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Interesting    Books    on    Colorado/ 
Utah    and  New    Mexico 

Published  by  the  Passenger  Department 

DENVHR  6  RIO  GRANDE  SYSTE.M 


"Around  the  Circle" 

"With  Nature  in  Colorado" 

"The  Fertile  Lands  of  Colorado  and 

Northern  New  Mexico" 

"Ancient  Ruins  of  the  Southwest" 

"Descriptive  Time  Tables" 

"Panoramic  Folder" 

"A  Glimpse  of  Utah" 

"The  Lands  of  Utah" 

'Camping  in  the  Rockies  and  Vacation  Estimates" 

"Natural  Resources  of  Colorado  and  Utah" 

"Among  the  Rockies" 

"Hotels  and  Boarding  Houses  on  the  line 

of  the  Rio  Grande" 

"The  Railroad  Red  Book" 


Jtny  of  the  above  books  sent  free  on  application  to 

F.  A.  WADLFIGH,  Asst,  Gen.  Pass,  and  Ticket  Agent Denver.  Colo. 

J.  D.  KENWORTHY.  Asst.  Gen.  Pass.  Agent Pueblo.  Colo. 

R.  C.  NICHOL,  Gen.  Agt 299  Broadway.  New  York 

H.  E.  TUPPER,  City  Pass.  A  gt 299  Broadway.  New  York 

EUGENE  LOVENBERG,  Trav.  Pass.  Agt 299  Broadway,  New  York 

JAMES  T.  NEISON,  Gen.  Agt 412  Park  Bldg.,  Pittsburg,  Pa. 

W.  E.  ZIRCKEL.  Trav.  Fit.  Agent 412  Park  Bldg.,  Pittsburg.  Pa. 

JOHN  T.  BOWE.  Gen.  Agt 242  Clark  St .  Chicago 

R.  J.  VAN  DYKE.  Trav.  Pass.  Agt 242  Clark  St..  Chicago 

O.  P.  APPLEGATE,  Trav.  Frt.  Agt 200  Majestic  l:ldg.,  Detroit,  Mich. 

J.  E.  CLARK,  Gen.  Agt 409  Traction  Bldg.,  Cincinnati,  O. 

J.  E.  COURTNEY,  G.  A.  F.  &  P.  D 923  Pierce  Bldg.,  St.  Louis.  Mo. 

J.  H.  HARPER.  Trav.  F.  &  P.  Agt 923  Pierce  Bldg..  !^t.  Louis,  Mo. 

H.  V.  LUYSTER,  G.  A.F.&P.D..  210  Scarritt  Arcade Kansas  City,  Mo. 

0.  T.  SCHAEFFER,  Cont.Frt.  Agt.,  210  Scarritt  Arcade Kansas  City.  Mo. 

F.  L.  FE.VKINS,  Gen.  Agt 219  S.  14th  St..  Omaha,  Neb. 

W.  H.  DAVENPORT.  Gen,  Agt 665  Market  St.,  San  Francisco,  Cal. 

S.  M.  TATE.  City  Pass.  Agt 665  Market  St.,  San  Francisco.  Cal. 

W.  B.  TOWNSFND,  T.  F.  &  P.  A 665  Warket  St.,  San  Francisco,  Cal. 

JOHN  A.  BKCKWITH,  Citv  Pass.  Agt 1070  Broadway,  Oakland,  Cal. 

J.  Q.  PATTON,  Trav.  Frt.  and  Pass.  Agt San  Jose,  Cal. 

C.  P.  ENSIGN,  Gen.  Agt 532  So.  Spring  St..  Los  Angeles,  Cal. 

H.  K.  CAMPBELL,  Pass.  Agt 532  So.  Spring  St.,  Los  Angeles,  Cal. 

W.  C.  McRRIDE,  Gen.  Agt 124  3rd  St.,  Portland,  Ore. 

E.  B.  DUFFY,  Trav.  Frt.  and  Pass.  Agt 124  3rd  St.,  Portland,  Ore. 

A.  B.  AVERS,  Trav.  Pass  Agt 56  E.  Brcadway,  Butte,  Mont. 

1.  A.  BENTON.  Gen.  Agt..  Pass.  Dept Judge  Bldg..  Salt  Lake  tiiy.  Utah 

H.  M.  CUSHING,  Trav.  Pass.  Agt Judge  Bldg.,  Salt  Lake  City.  Utah 

A.  W.  PARROTT,  City  Pass.  Agt Albany  Hotel,  Denver 

A.  McFAKLAND,  City  Tkt.  Agt All  any  Hotel   Denver 

S.  C.  SHEARER,  1  rav.  Pass.  Agt Denver,  Colo. 

E.  S.  CAHD.  City  Pa.ss.  and  Tkt.  Agt Pueblo.  Colo. 

\V.  H.  CUNDEY.  Gen.  Agt..  Pass.  Dept Colorado  Springs,  Colo. 

B.  W.  ROBBINS,  Gen.  Agt Grand  Junction,  (  olo. 

S.  M.  BROWN,  Gen,  Agt Leadville,  Colo. 

P.  B.  McATEE.  Gen.  Agt Durango.  Colo. 

W.  D.  SHEA,  Trav.  Frt.  and  Pass.  Agt Santa  Fe,  N.  M. 


S.  K.  HOOPER,  General  Passenger  and  Ticket  Agent 
Denver,  Colorado 


Camping 

in  the  Rockies 


A   Guide  to  tke  Most  Desiratle 

Camping  Places  in   Colorado, 

Utat   and   New  Mexico 


TO  WHICH  HAVE  BEEN 
ADDED 


Vacation 
Estimates 


Giving  the   Cost  of  a  Variety  of  Outingfs  m 
the  Rocky  Mountain  Region 


NINTH   EDITION 
185,000  Copies 

Copyright  1910  by 
S.  K.  Hooper.  General  Passenger  and  Ticket  Agent 


Issued  by  the  Passenger  Department 
of  the 

DENVER  f^  RIO  GRANDE 
SYSTEM 


Out -Door  Life  in  the 
Mountains 


AN    INTRODUCTION    BY    EDWIN    L.    SABIN 


ill  sM 


J^^^^^  HE  Rocky  Mountain  region  included  with- 
in favored  Colorado,  Utah  and  New 
Mexico  is  by  every  phase  the  one  ceunp- 
ing  place  for  the  world.  Climate,  scen- 
ery and  conveniences  make  tent-life  here 
perfection.  Moreover,  to  the  sportsman 
is  proffered  game  in  abundance;  to  the 
natural  scientist,  animal  and  plant  life  of 
all  zones  from  the  temperate  to  the  frigid,  and  rock  forma- 
tions as  varied ;  to  the  archaeologist,  cliff-dwelling  and  pueblo 
ruins  centuries  old;  to  the  artist,  marvelous  vistas  of  valley, 
range  and  plain,  most  beautiful  effects  of  sunshine,  cloud 
and  shadow,  entrancing  sunsets  and  sunrises;  to  the  weary 
and  ill,  peace  and  health;  to  the  well  of  mind  and  body, 
added  vigor  and  feats  for  testing  their  endurance. 

Gloriously  sunny  days,  restful  cool  nights,  no  dampness, 
an  atmosphere  sparkling,  crisp,  and  so  transparent  as  to  be 
a  treat  to  the  eyes,  with  every  breath  a  subtle  healing 
draught  of  pungent  pine  and  cedar  and  fragrant  sage — this 
combination  alone  makes  camping  in  the  Rockies  a  constant 
surprise  to  the  initiate  and  a  never-palling  delight  to  the  vet- 


Camping  Perfection 

Such  camping  should  appeal  strongly  to  the  head  of  a 
family.  It  is  safe  and  practicable  to  take  wife  and  children 
and  to  spend  weeks  or  months,  the  tent  for  a  habitation. 
Elsewhere  this  is  difficult:  dampness  and  consequent  colds. 


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CAMPIXG  IX  THE  ROCKIES. 


sticky  heat,  insects,  dirt,  monotony  of  sites,  warmish  water, 
and  other  annoyances  turn  family  camping  into  somewhat  of 
a  chore.  But  in  the  hospitable  Rockies  the  rains  are  merely 
short,  stirring  thunder-storms  which  quickly  pass,  and  are 
succeeded  by  brilliant,  drying  sunshine;  chance  colds  are 
combatted  by  deep  breathing  and  bounding  circulation;  the 
heat  is  grateful,  not  sticky,  for  because  of  the  thin  air  one 
may  be  instantly  cool  in  the  shade,  and  perspiration  rapidly 
evaporates;  mosquitoes  need  not  be  thought  of,  so  limited 
they  are,  and  they  never  bother  at  night ;  dirt  is  mainly  pleas- 
ant pine  needles,  granite,  or  porous  sand  which  promotes 
sanitation;  no  site  is  monotonous,  and  no  two  sites  are  alike; 
water  is  icy,  so  that  every  stream,  fed  by  the  melting  snows, 
is  a  refrigerator. 

There  always  is  something  for  every  member  of  the 
family  to  do :  for  the  adults,  trout  fishing,  mountain  climbing, 
berrying,  exploring  some  virgin  gulch,  roaming  stately  tim- 
ber or  waving  meadows,  collecting  mountain  wild  flowers, 
taking  pictures  of  peak,  slope  and  stream,  following  bear, 
beaver  or  deer  sign;  for  the  children,  rambles  without  fear 
of  snake  or  nocuous  wet,  all  day  in  the  genial  sun,  sur- 
rounded by  a  thousand  wonders  which  otherwise  they  never 
could  experience. 

After  the  day  ensues  invariably  a  restful  night.  At  the 
setting  of  the  sun  a  delicious  coolness  rushes  in.  There  is  no 
sleep  like  sleep  amidst  the  open  in  the  Rocky  Mountains. 

Camping  Conveniences 

Even  the  amateur  will  appreciate  a  camping  region 
where  the  weather  is  absolutely  dependable,  and  helpful. 
In  addition,  there  is  the  abundance  of  pure,  cold  running 
water,  and  of  dry  fire-wood.  Again,  the  problem  of  trans- 
portation and  accessibility  must  not  be  overlooked.  Through- 
out the  Rockies  of  Colorado,  Utah  and  New  Mexico  ex- 
tends the  Denver  &  Rio  Grande  Railroad  System,  connecting 
town  and  wilderness.  With  camp  goods  stowed  in  the  bag- 
gage car,  by  Pullman  the  camper  may  ride  a  hundred  or  a 
thousand  miles,  to  the  locality  of  his  selection,  may  disem- 
bark and  plunge  into  the  great  friendly  open,  there  to  estab- 
lish his  temporary  home.  When  he  wants  supplies,  the  rail- 
road will  bring  them  to  some  near  point ;  when  he  must  leave, 
speedily  he  is  whirled  back  to  civilization.  Thus  he  saves 
precious  time  and  much  discomfort.  On  the  Denver  &  Rio 
Grande  camp  equipage  is  accepted  and  checked  as  baggage. 

A  camping  trip  by  automobile  into  the  very  heart  of 
the  mountains  is  entirely  feasible.  The  soil  of  the  Western 
country  contains  enough  sand  and  adobe  so  that  it  dries  and 


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hardens  very  quickly  and  is  wonderfully  resilient.  The  cli- 
mate keeps  it  in  best  condition.  The  old  stage-roads  still 
furnish  practical  highways,  there  are  many  most  excellent 
county  roads,  and  particularly  in  the  fruit  districts  of  the 
Grand  River,  and  south  in  Colorado,  the  ranchers  them- 
selves maintain  good  roads  with  their  own  automobiles.  Yes, 
a  motoring  trip  through  scenic  Colorado,  New  Mexico  and 
Utah  would  be  greatly  enjoyed.  The  Denver  &  Rio 
Grande  railroad  is  always  accessible,  in  case  of  emergency, 
or  as  a  convenience,  and  its  agents  will  supply  information 
and  suggestions. 

Camping  Sites 

The  Rocky  Mountain  region,  as  covered  by  the  Den- 
ver &  Rio  Grande,  provides  every  variety  of  sites  for  the 
camper.     He  has  a  choice  of  elevations,  from  4,000  feet. 


On  the  Way  to  Camp 

as  in  the  fertile  valley  of  the  Grand  River  or  in  the  Salt 
Lake  country  of  Utah,  up  to  1  0,000  feet,  as  upon  the  sunny 
slopes  of  Marshall  Pass  and  by  the  Cumbres  Divide  along 
the  dashing  Osier.  There  are  blue  lakes,  such  as  Trout 
Lake,  Twin  Lakes,  Utah  Lake,  Lake  San  Cristoval;  there 
are  green  or  tawny  rivers,  such  as  the  Eagle,  the  Arkansas, 
the  Rio  Grande,  the  San  Juan,  the  Grand,  the  Gunnison, 
and  their  tributaries;  there  are  deep  canons  where  camp  and 
pines  and  river  are  shut  in  together,  the  sun  by  day  and  the 


CAMPING  IN  THE  ROCKIES. 


stars  by  night  looking  in;  spangled  meadows  like  those  of 
the  Gunnison  and  the  Tomichi ;  lofty  passes  where  the  aspens 
yellow  early  and  where,  behind  the  tent,  is  a  snow-bank; 
emerald  valleys  broad  like  the  San  Luis,  or  small  and  se- 
questered, nestled  among  the  hills;  clear,  tingling  mountain 
brooks  innumerable;  flowery  parks  hedged  by  the  dark  tim- 
ber. While  everywhere  are  the  pines  and  spruces  and  as- 
pens, and  the  wholesome  silvery  sage,  with  the  grey  granite 
and  the  snowy  crests  sentinel  about;  spring  and  summer 
below,  white-capped  winter  above. 

In  districts  like  the  Mesa  Verde  of  Colorado,  the 
Pajarito  Park  of  New  Mexico,  the  lower  Green  River  of 
Utah,  the  tent  of  Today  may  be  erected  amidst  the  de- 
serted habitations  of  a  far  Yesterday.  Or  among  the  Pueb- 
los of  the  lower  Rio  Grande  may  be  observed  the  descend- 
ants of  that  vanished  people. 

Camping  Supplies 

The  camper  in  the  Rockies  should  not  be  niggardly 
with  his  supplies.  In  the  dry  atmosphere  foods  keep  indefi- 
nitely— subject,  of  course,  to  the  appetite.  Ice  cold  water 
is,  as  said,  plentiful.  Bedding  should  not  be  stingy.  The 
nights  are  made  for  sleeping  under  blankets;  and  above 
7,000  feet  there  is  apt,  any  night,  to  be  a  frost;  not  killing 
but  sharp.  Think  of  that,  you  dwellers  of  the  low  and  sul- 
try levels!  Blankets  are  superior  to  comforters,  for  when 
wet  they  dry  quicker.  Wool  is  the  material  to  be  worn 
next  to  the  skin — or  a  preponderance  of  wool.  Medium- 
weight  underwear  is  light  enough.  For  outer  garments  khaki 
is  much  in  favor  for  both  men  and  women;  corduroy  is 
standard,  but  is  more  bulky.  However,  it  is  warm  and 
weather-proof.  Stout  leather  gloves  (horse-hide  is  excel- 
lent) should  be  included,  to  be  used  in  climbing  among  the 
rough  rocks  and  trees;  and  equally  stout  shoes,  with  nailed 
soles — the  heels  particularly  being  thus  reinforced.  High 
shoes  are  in  vogue;  but  shoes  of  ordinary  uppers,  and  canvas 
leggings  or  puttees  will  be  found  sufficient.  Thus  the  legs 
will  be  protected  against  rock  and  brush,  and  the  ankle  will 
have  more  freedom.  Short  divided  skirts  are  the  proper 
attire  in  this  respect  for  women.  Overalls  are  splendid  for 
the  children,  and  men  do  not  commit  any  mistake  in  donning 
them.  A  mackintosh  should  not  be  forgotten,  to  be  used 
when  sudden  showers  sweep  over;  and  as  dews  are  some- 
times heavy,  water-proof  shoes  are  a  comfort. 

Tents  may  suit  the  party  taste  and  means.  Because  of 
the  dependable  climate  the  simple  lean-to,  wherein  one  may 


CAMI'IXG  IN  TIIK  ROCKIES. 


Stick  his  head  at  night,  is  entirely  feasible,  and  this  may  be 
constructed  with  just  a  tarpaulin;  but  a  family  will  require 
more. 

Camping  Suggestions 

In  all  the  streams  above  7,000  feet  or  thereabouts  the 
trout  will  be  found  in  cold  storage,  waiting;  in  the  streams 
lower,  such  as  the  lower  Grand,  are  other  fish — a  so-called 
salmon,  cats,  etc.  The  fly  fisher  may  pin  his  faith  to  the 
neutral  tints.  Anybody  who  takes  in  his  kit  the  coachman, 
grey  hackle,  professor,  red  ant,  willow,  black  gnat,  and 
similar  combinations,  will  not  far  miss  his  guess.  Grass- 
hoppers for  the  bait  fisher  are  plentiful  throughout  the  sum- 
mer; earth-worms  should  be  imported,  although  where  there 
is  sufficient  moisture  they  seem  indigenous  to  some  localities. 
The  rod  should  be  a  light  fly  or  bait  rod,  nine  or  nine  and 
a  half  feet  long.  The  casting  rod  as  used  in  the  East  for 
bass,  pickerel,  etc.,  is  not  practicable  for  mountain  streams. 

Supplies  of  all  nature  may  more  conveniently  be  pur- 
chased at  the  starting-out  place — as  Denver,  Pueblo,  Salt 
Lake,  or  intermediate  towns.  And  there  will  be  within 
reach  of  almost  any  camp  a  store,  in  town  or  at  cross-roads, 
where  ordinary  wants  can  be  filled. 

The  camper  in  Colorado,  Utah  and  New  Mexico  is 
asked  to  read  and  to  observe  the  game  laws  and  the  forest 
reserve  regulations  a7ainst  fire.  The  wild  life,  in  animal, 
tree  and  shrub,  is  one  of  the  great  charms  of  the  Rockies; 
and  the  person  who  wantonly  destroys  it  is  working  a  wron^ 
upon  himself  and  an  injustice  upon  others.  Even  the  chip- 
munk and  the  columbine  have  their  right  to  consideration. 

Care,  also,  should  be  exercised  in  shooting  with  the 
high-power  rifle. 

Camping  Seasons 

The  Rockies  invite  from  May  until  into  December. 
The  late  spring  has  its  appeal  of  fresh,  bursting  verdure; 
the  summer  allures  with  its  freedom  and  coolness;  for  those 
who  have  experienced  it,  the  fall  is  supreme,  when  the  frosts 
are  painting  the  long  slopes  with  yellow  and  maroon,  and  the 
days  are  a  constant  crisp  October,  when  the  big  trout  are 
hungry  and  the  deer  are  sleek  and  fat.  But  spring  or 
summer  or  fall,  it  is  the  Rockies,  ever  the  glorious  Rockies, 
white-crested,  blue-hazed,  piney  and  murmurous  and  wait- 
ing. Whoso  visits  them  once,  thereafter  yearns  to  come 
again. 


Where  to  Camp 

DENVER  TO  GRAND  JUNCTION 

(COLORADO) 
Main  Line  —  Standard  Gauge 

SEDALIA 

(25    Miles    from    Denver.      Elevation,    5835    Feet.) 

Good  camping  grounds  in  Devil's  Head  country,  fourteen 
miles  distant,  fine  canon  scenery,  pine  and  spruce  trees. 
Plenty  of  good  spring  water.  Good  roads  and  some  hunt- 
ing in  open  seasons.  There  are  bear  around  the  foothills, 
about  seven  miles  from  Sedalia.  Camp  grounds  on  public 
domain.      Supplies    and    livery    at    Sedalia. 

CASTLE  ROCK 

(32   Miles   from    Denver.      Elevation,    6218    Feet.) 

Some  camping  grounds  in  this  neighborhood,  on  Plum 
Creek.  Climate  all  that  could  be  desired.  Supplies  at  Castle 
Rock,  and  from  ranches  in  vicinity. 

LARKSPUR 

(43    Miles    from   Denver.      Elevation,    6668    Feet.) 

Good  grounds  one-fourth  to  one  mile  from  station.  Pri- 
vate land  nominal  or  no  rental.  Well  timbered,  fine  scenery, 
some  trout  fishing  in  Plum  Creek.  Perry  Park,  six  miles 
distant,  is  an  ideal  camping  ground,  well  watered,  fine 
scenery  and  timber.  Hotel  accommodations.  Private 
grounds,  but  arrangements  can  be  made  for  campers  at  nom- 
inal rental.  Supplies  at  Larkspur.  Ranches  take  summer 
boarders- 

PALMER   LAKE 

(52   Miles   from   Denver.      Elevation,    7237    Feet.) 

Fine  camping  grounds  one-fourth  to  two  miles  from  sta- 
tion. Easy  walking  distance  or  can  be  reached  by  carriages, 
which  meet  all  trains.  Grounds  are  public  and  no  charge  for 
their  use.  Well  timbered,  excellent  water,  beautiful  scenery 
and  delightful  climate.  Fair  trout  fishing  in  North  and  South 
Monument  Creeks,  Stone  Canon,  Cook  Creek,  etc.  SuppHes 
and  good  livery  at  reasonable  rates. 

GLEN   PARK 

(52   Miles   from   Denver.      Elevation,    7350    Feet.) 

The  railway  station  for  Glen  Park  is  Palmer  Lake,  as 
noted  above-  At  this  point  is  located  the  Colorado  Chau- 
tauqua, where  sessions  are  held  each  summer.  Here  is  one 
of  the  most  delightful  camping  places  in  the  Rocky  Mountains. 


CAMPING  IN  THE  ROCKIES. 


The  spot  is  ideal  and  the  Chautauqua  has  improved  it  to  a 
perfect  degree.  Arrangements  can  be  made  for  board  and 
tents  at  reasonable  rates,  together  with  the  summer  course 
of  study. 

PINE   CREST 

(53    Miles   from    Denver.      Elevation,    7500    Feet.) 

One  mile  from  Palmer  Lake.  Fishing  in  Monument  and 
South  Monument  Creeks  and  in  the  reservoirs.  Thirty  cot- 
tages, eight  designs.  Cottages  built  to  suit  the  tenants  with 
modern  conveniences,  for  sale  or  rent.  Hotel  accommoda- 
tions at  The  Inn  for  cottagers  and  transients.  Dancing 
pavilion,  modern  steam-heated  swimming  pool,  billiards  and 
pool,  bowling  alley,  six  tennis  courts. 


Looking  Across  Monument  Valley  from  Palmer  Lake 

MONUMENT 

(56   Miles    from   Denver.      Elevation,    6972    Feet.) 
Good  camping  grounds   half  mile   from   station,  on  both 
public  and  private  property,  but  permission  to  camp   can  be 
secured.      Good    fishing    in    Monument    reservoir    and    creek. 
Nearest  supply  point  at  Monument. 

COLORADO   SPRINGS 

(75    Miles   from   Denver.      Elevation,    6036    Feet.) 

The  Pike's  Peak  region  affords  many  delightful  loca- 
tions  for  campers-  In  the  vicinity  of  Colorado  Springs  there 
are  many  such  sites,  made  easily  accessible  by  the  suburban 
steam  and  electric  railways.  Accommodations  may  be  se- 
cured at  reasonable  rates  near  the  entrance  to  Cheyenne 
Canons,  at  Manitou,  in  Crystal  Park,  which  is  to  be  opened 


CAMPING  IN  THE  ROCKIES. 


as  a  resort  for  the  first  time  in  the  summer  of  1910,  at 
Gather  Springs,  Rosemont,  Clyde  and  St.  Peters  on  the 
Short  Line,  at  the  Ute  Pass  resorts,  in  Mt.  Manitou  Park, 
and  at  the  Halfway  House  and  other  points  along  the 
Pike's  Peak  Cog  Road;  at  these  various  places  there  are 
many  furnished  and  unfurnished  tents  and  rustic  cabins 
which  may  be  secured,  while  there  is  also  in  some,  good 
free  camping  ground.  While  camping  is  prohibited  in  the 
city  park  system  and  on  the  city  water  sheds,  there  are 
numerous  shady  nooks  and  cool  retreats  on  the  public 
domain  where  no  charge  is  made  for  rental.  The  manifold 
attractions  of  Colorado  Springs  and  Manitou  during  the 
summer  months  make  the  Pike's  Peak  region  particularly 
delightful  for  the  summer  camper  and  afford  the  unusual 
combination  of  life  in  the  heart  of  the  mountains  with  all 
the  conveniences  of  the  modern  city  close  at  hand.  Camp- 
ing   supplies   of   all    kinds,   together    with    livery    outfits    and 


An  Ideal  Camping  Spot  in  the  Rocliies 

food,  can  be  obtained  at  Colorado  Springs,  Colorado  City 
and  Manitou,  and  any  one  of  them  will  serve  as  head- 
quarters for  mail.  There  are  a  great  number  of  hotels  and. 
boarding  houses  at  all  these  points,  and  it  is  conservatively 
estimated  that  the  Pike's  Peak  region  can  satisfactorily 
accommodate  upwards  of  10,000  visitors  during  a  single  day. 
While  fishing  opportunities  are  limited,  Colorado  Springs  is 
the  outfitting  point  for  many  of  the  better  known  fishing  re- 
sorts along  the  western  section  of  the  D.  &  R.  G.  The  Sec- 
retary of  the  Chamber  of  Commerce  at  Colorado  Springs  or 
the  agents  of  this  company  at  any  of  the  above  named  points 
will  cheerfully  furnish  more  detailed  information  upon 
application. 

COLORADO   CITY 

{,^^   Miles    from   Denver.      Elevation    6128    Feet.) 

On  Manitou  Branch  of  the  Denver  &  Rio  Grande  R.  R. 
from  Colorado  Springs. 


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There  are  many  good  camp  grounds  in  the  neighbor- 
hood of  Colorado  City  along  the  Fountain,  and  adjacent  to 
the  Garden  of  the  Gods.  The  attractions  of  Manitou  and 
Colorado  Springs  are  set  forth  elsewhere  in  this  book  and 
apply  equally  well  to  Colorado  City,  which  lies  midway  be- 
tween the  two  points.  The  scenery  is  particularly  beautiful 
and  the  climate  all  that  could  be  desired.  Supplies,  livery 
and  postoffice  at  Colorado  City. 

MANITOU 

(80   Miles  from   Denver.      Elevation,   6336   Feet.) 
On  Manitou  Branch  of  the  Denver  &  Rio  Grande  R.  R. 
from  Colorado  Springs. 

Many  persons  camp  within  the  city  limits  of  Manitou 
during  the  entire  summer,  and  arrangements  can  be  made 
for  use  of  vacant  property  at  nominal  rental.  Furnished  and 
unfurnished  tents  and  cabins  may  also  be  rented  at  reason- 
able rates.  The  principal  camping  grounds  are  in  the  vicinity 
of  the  Iron  Spring,  in  Ute  Pass,  at  the  mouth  of  Williams 
Canon,  at  points  along  the  Cog  Road,  in  Crystal  Park  and 
on  Mt.  Manitou.  There  is  little  fishing  and  no  game  to 
speak  of,  but  the  manifold  attractions  of  Manitou  render  it 
one  of  the  most  desirable  places  to  spend  the  summer  for 
rest  and  quiet.  Many  springs  noted  for  their  curative  prop- 
erties abound,  and  altogether  Manitou  will  be  found  an  ideal 
place  for  camping.  There  are  many  good  hotels  and  board- 
ing houses.  All  manner  of  supplies  may  be  secured  in  the 
town  at  very  reasonable  rates,  and  there  are  several  large 
livery  establishments,  with  excellent  carriages  and  saddle 
horses.  Manitou  is  located  at  the  foot  of  Pike's  Peak,  and 
that,  together  with  the  proximity  of  the  Garden  of  the 
Gods,  Glen  Eyrie,  Ute  Pass,  Williams  Canon,  Cave  of  the 
Winds,  Cliff  Dwellers'  Canon,  Crystal  Park,  Mt.  Manitou  In- 
cline railway,  and  many  other  points  of  historic  and  scenic 
interest  lend  beauty  and  romance  to  the  surroundings. 

PUEBLO 

(119   Miles   from  Denver.      Elevation,   4672   Feet.) 

There  are  no  good  camp  grounds  in  the  immediate 
vicinity  of  Pueblo.  Beulah  Springs,  twenty-seven  miles 
southwest,  is  a  fine  resort  and  well  patronized  during  the 
summer  season  and  has  good  hotel  accommodations.  Fine, 
cool  springs  of  iron  and  soda,  beautiful  scenery,  fine  drives 
and  trails,  fair  fishing.  Camp  grounds  plentiful,  good  water, 
shady  and  cool.  Grounds  private,  nominal  rental.  Supplies 
of  all  kinds  and  first-class  livery  at  reasonable  rates  to  be 
obtained  at  Pueblo. 

FLORENCE 

(152  Miles   from   Denver.      Elevation,   5199   Feet.) 
Good  camp  grounds  on  Beaver  Creek,  ten  miles  north  of 
town.      Good    fishing    in    Beaver    Creek    and    some    hunting. 
Camp    grounds    on    public    domain.      Good    roads    to    camp 
grounds.     Florence  is  the  supply  point. 

CANON  CITY 

(160   Miles  from   Denver.      Elevation,   5344   Feet.) 

Between  Canon  City  and  the  entrance  to  the  Royal 
Gorge,  six  miles  west,  there  are  many  places  where  campers 


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may  find  suitable  locations.  The  Royal  Gorge  Hot  Springs, 
with  good  hotel,  are  adjacent  and  afford  healthful  bathing. 
The  soda  and  iron  springs  on  western  border  of  the  town 
are  noted  for  their  health-giving  properties.  A  beautiful 
trip  may  be  made  from  Canon  City  to  the  summit  of  Royal 
Gorge,  eight  miles,  via  the  famous  Sky  Line  Drive.  Canon 
City  is  nearest  point  for  supplies,  where  fishing  and  camping 
outfits  may  be  obtained,  as  well  as  livery  for  excursions  into 
the  mountains.     Good  fishing  in  Beaver  Creek. 

PARKDALE 

(171   Miles  from   Denver.     Elevation,   5800   Feet.) 
This  Station  is  at  the  western  end  of  the  "Royal  Gorge," 
and  there   is   ample   room   for   campers  on  the  bank  of  the 
Arkansas  River  on  land  belonging  to  the  railroad  company. 

TEXAS   CREEK 

(184  Miles  from  Denver.      Elevation,   6210   Feet.) 

Good  camp  grounds  near  Hillside  and  Verdemont  sta- 
tions on  Westcliffe  branch,  on  public  and  private  land.  Hunt- 
ing and  fishing  good.     Texas  Creek  is  the  supply  point. 

WESTCLIFFE 

(209   Miles   from   Denver.      Elevation,   7861    Feet.) 

On  W^estcliffe  Branch  of  the  Denver  &  Rio  Grande  R.  R. 
from  Texas  Creek. 

The  Wet  Mountain  Valley,  of  which  Westcliffe  is  the 
postoffice  and  supply  point,  is  prolific  in  camping  grounds. 
There  are  many  streams  and  lakes  abounding  in  more  or  less 
trout,  and  all  in  a  beautifully  timbered  region,  where  the 
climate  is  most  desirable.  The  entire  valley  is  occupied  by 
fine  farms  and  ranches,  but  camp  sites  may  be  had  at  little 
or  no  cost.  The  ranchmen  will  furnish  small  supplies  at 
reasonable  rates.  Livery  and  food  supplies  to  be  obtained  at 
Westcliffe. 

COTOPAXI 

(192   Miles   from   Denver.      Elevation,   6385    Feet.) 

Splendid  camping  grounds,  adjacent  to  station,  on  public 
domain.  No  fishing,  but  some  hunting, — deer,  bear,  grouse, 
etc., — ^ten  to  fifteen  miles  from  station.  Cotopaxi  is  the  sup- 
ply point. 

HOWARD 

(203  Miles  from  Denver.  Elevation  6718  Feet.) 
Outfitting  point  for  Pleasant  Valley.  One  of  the  most 
favored  localities  in  the  state  for  climate  and  scenery.  Sit- 
uated between  Salida  and  the  Royal  Gorge,  through  which 
flows  the  Arkansas  river  and  into  which  empties  Cotton- 
wood, Hayden,  Stout,  Cherry,  West,  Howard  and  Bear 
creeks,  which  come  tumbling  in  from  the  everlasting  snows 
of  the  Sangre  de  Cristo  range  of  mountains  on  the  south 
at  the  rate  of  a  thousand  feet  per  mile,  and  Badger  Creek 
from  the  north.  Bear,  mountain  lion,  bob  cat,  coyote,  deer, 
grouse  and   good   camping  on   all   these   creeks. 


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SALIDA 

(215   Miles  from  Denver.      Elevation,   7050   Feet.) 

Fine  camp  grounds  at  Wellsville,  six  miles  east  on  the 
Arkansas  river.  Hot  Springs  and  baths  for  bathing;  camp 
grounds  free  to  patrons  of  the  springs.  Good  wagon  road 
from  Salida.  Poncha,  five  miles  southw^est  of  Salida,  near 
hot  springs  and  bath  house.  Camp  grounds  free;  good  fish- 
ing in  South  Arkansas.  Fine  mountain  camp  grounds  in 
North  Fork  country,  eighteen  miles  from  Salida;  excellent 
fishing  and  delightful  climate.  Salida  is  nearest  supply 
point,  and  livery  may  be  obtained  at  reasonable  rates. 

VILLA  GROVE 

(24s   Miles   from  Denver.      Elevation,   7972   Feet.) 
On  the   San   Luis   Valley   Branch   of  the   Denver   &  Rio 
Grande  R.  R.  from  Salida. 

Valley  View  Hot  Springs,  within  one  mile  of  station,  are 
noted  for  their  curative  qualities,  and  health  seekers  desir- 
ing to  camp  near  these  springs  can  be  accommodated-  Sup- 
plies at  Villa  Grove. 


T'pper  Twin  Lake,  Colorado 

MOFFAT 

(263   Miles   from   Denver.      Elevation,   7579   Feet.) 

On  the  San  Luis  Valley  Branch  of  the  Denver  &  Rio 
Grande  R.  R.  from  Salida. 

Perhaps  the  best  section  of  Colorado  for  duck  shooting. 
In  season  the  flight  of  ducks  here  is  unsurpassed.  Convey- 
ances and  supplies  readily  obtained. 

CRESTONE 

(274   Miles   from   Denver.      Elevation,   7881    Feet.) 

On  the  San  Luis  Valley  Branch  of  the  Denver  &  Rio 
Grande  R.  R.  from  Salida. 


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Good  camp  grounds  on  Crestone  Creek;  cottonwood  tim- 
ber, good  water  and  some  fish;  public  land,  no  charge. 
Crestone  is  supply  point. 

BUENA  VISTA 

(240   Miles  from  Denver.      Elevation,   7968   Feet.) 

Good  free  camping  grounds  on  Arkansas  River  and  Cot- 
tonwood Creek,  short  distances  from  town.  Fine  camp 
grounds  at  Cottonwood  Lake,  nine  miles  distant,  good  fishing 
in  streams  and  lake,  and  grounds  well  timbered.  Livery 
and  supplies  at  Buena  Vista. 

TWIN    LAKES— (Granite.) 

(257   Miles  from   Denver.      Elevation,   8943   Feet.) 

Twin  Lakes,  nine  miles  distant  from  Granite  by  stage 
or  private  conveyance,  is  one  of  the  most  delightful  and  ro- 
mantic spots  in  Colorado.  The  scenery  is  superb  and  the 
fishing  excellent,  and  the  camp  grounds  on  public  lands  are 
well  timbered,  shady  and  cool.  Cottages  may  be  rented  if 
desired,  and  there  are  good  hotel  accommodations.  Hotel 
Campion  will  run  automobile  service  between  the  lakes  and 
Leadville  daily.  This  is  the  home  of  the  land-locked  sal- 
mon and  Mackinaw  trout,  which  at  their  prime  weigh  from 
ten  to  twenty-four  pounds,  affording  the  fisherman  the  greatest 
sport  to  be  had  in  the  state.  Long  distance  telephone  at 
Twin  Lakes.     Supplies   form  Leadville  or   Granite. 

PAN  DO 

(293   Miles   from   Denver.      Elevation,   9199   Feet.) 

Situated  in  Eagle  Park,  and  the  first  fishing  camp  on  the 
Eagle  River ;  sport  excellent  from  the  opening  to  the  clos- 
ing of  the  season.  Good  camping  grounds-  Outfit  from 
Leadville.     Postofifice  and  telegraph  station  at  the  depot. 

LEADVILLE 

(275  Miles  from  Denver.     Elevation   10,000  Feet.) 

This  great  mining  city  lies  almost  in  the  center  of 
some  of  the  best  trout  fishing  in  Colorado.  In  the  imme- 
diate vicinity  are  the  Arkansas  River,  Tennessee  River  and 
Lake  Creek,  and  the  beautiful  Turquoise  and  Evergreen 
Lakes,  fed  from  clear  ice  cold  streams  from  the  Saguache 
Range.  All  abound  in  trout.  Good  camping  grounds  on  pub- 
lic and  private  lands. 

Located  near  Leadville  is  one  of  the  largest  and  best 
equipped  United  States  fish  hatcheries,  which  distributes 
enormous   quantities   of  young  trout. 

Hotel  Campion  will  run  automobile  service  between  Twin 
Lakes  and  Leadville  daily.  Here  are  abundant  land-locked 
salmon  and  Mackinaw  trout,  weighing  from  ten  to  twenty- 
four  pounds,  and  affording  the  greatest  sport  for  fishermen 
to  be  had  in  the  Rockies. 

DILLON 

(312  Miles  from  Denver.      Elevation,   8859   Feet.) 

On  the  Blue  River  Branch  of  the  Denver  &  Rio  Grande 
R.  R.  from  Leadville. 


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Many  good  camp  grounds  within  sight  of  station,  or 
campers  may  secure  horses  and  enter  various  canons  adja- 
cent. Three  good  streams,  Blue  River,  Snake  River  and  Ten 
Mile.  Good  fishing  and  hunting  in  open  season.  Supplies 
to  be  had  at  Dillon,  Several  good  hotels  at  Dillon.  Scen- 
ery unsurpassed.  Camp  grounds  on  public  domain  and  well 
covered   with   timber. 

RED    CLIFF 

(294   Miles  from   Denver.      Elevation,   8608   Feet.) 

Many  good  camping  grounds  on  public  lands.  South  for 
distance  of  fifteen  to  twenty  miles  is  an  unsettled  mountain 
country  abounding  in  springs  and  small  streams,  with  finest 
mountain  scenery,  including  the  Mount  of  the  Holy  Cross. 
North   for   100  miles  is  wild  mountain  country.     Piney  Lake 


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Camping  at  the  Foot  of  Mt.  of  the  Holy  Cross,  Colorado 

is  a  considerable  body  of  water  on  mesa  twelve  miles  north 
and  good  place  for  camping.  From  two  to  four  miles  east 
is  the  valley  of  the  Eagle;  both  east  and  west  of  station  the 
Eagle  is  noted  for  fine  trout  fishing,  and  some  hunting  in 
open  season.  Good  grazing  for  horses  and  ample  fuel.  Red 
Cliff  nearest  supply  point.  Teams  and  saddle  horses  at 
reasonable  rates. 


MINTURN 

(302  Miles  from  Denver.  Elevation,  7825  Feet.) 
Good  camp  grounds  within  short  distance  from  the  sta- 
tion on  railroad  company's  lands,  for  which  no  charge  will 
be  made.  Eagle  River,  with  excellent  water  and  abounding 
in  trout.  Splendid  fishing  and  good  hunting  up  Gore  Creek, 
and  good  camping  grounds.  Ranches  supply  bread,  butter, 
eggs  and  milk. 


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CAMPING  IN  THE  ROCKIES. 


AVON 

(308   Miles  from   Denver.     Elevation,    7465    Feet.) 

Situated  at  the  junction  of  Eagle  River  and  Beaver 
Creek.  Fine  fishing,  grouse  and  deer  hunting  in  season. 
Beaver  Lake  five  miles  from  station.  The  flora  of  Beaver 
Creek  is  luxuriant  and  abundant, — ample  material  for  botan- 
ists and  lovers  of  nature.  For  mountain  climbing  "Old 
Baldy"  and  "Bruin  Mountain"  afford  attraction.  Water  of 
creek  certified  medically  pure.  Well  wooded  and  grand 
mountain   scenery. 


On  Beaver  Lake,  near  Avon 

BERRY'S    RANCH 

(312    Miles   from   Denver.      Elevation,   7300   Feet.) 

This  is  the  well-known  fishing  point  on  the  Eagle  River, 
often  called  the  "The  Frenchman's."  Also  excellent  fishing 
up  Lake  Creek,  where  good  camping  grounds  are  available. 
Supply  point,  Avon. 

WOLCOTT 

(319   Miles   from   Denver.      Elevation,   6976   Feet.) 

This  station  is  situated  on  the  Eagle  River,  which  is  one 
of  the  famous  trout  streams  of  the  state;  camping  grounds 
close  to  station.  There  is  a  good  hotel  at  this  point.  This 
is  the  most  accessible  route  to  reach  Piney  Lake  and  Creek; 
good  wagon  road,  which  is  used  daily  by  the  ranchmen 
located  in  the  neighborhood  of  the  lake;  from  Wolcott  the 
distance  is  only  twelve  miles. 

EAGLE 

(329   Miles   from  Denver.      Elevation,   6598   Feet.) 

Good  public  camping  grounds,  well  timbered,  fine  scen- 
ery  and   excellent   water    almost    any    desired    distance    from 


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the  station.  Good  trout  fishing  in  the  Eagle  River  and  Brush 
Creek.  Hotel,  livery  and  food  supplies  to  be  obtained  at 
Eagle. 

GYPSUM 

(336  Miles  from  Denver.      Elevation,   6325    Feet.) 

Sweetwater  Lake,  twenty  miles  distant,  by  good  wagon 
road;  one  of  the  beauty  spots  of  the  state,  fishing  unex- 
celled. Hotel  accommodations  good  and  the  drive  from 
Gypsum  up  the  Grand  River  cannot  be  surpassed  for  diver- 
sity of  scenery,  beauty  and  ruggedness.  Hotel,  good 
fishing,  excellent  camp  grounds  on  public  land.  Gypsum 
Canon  ten  miles  distant;  fine  camp  grounds,  good  fishing. 
Livery   and    supplies   obtainable    at    Gypsum. 

SHOSHONE 

(357   Miles  from  Denver.      Elevation,   6109   Feet.) 

In  the  Canon  of  the  Grand,  350  miles  from  Denver. 
Elevation  6,119  feet.  Some  good  camping  grounds,  with  the 
marvelous  Hanging  Lake  and  Coffee  Pot  Caves  nearby.  Good 
hunting  in  season. 

GLENWOOD  SPRINGS 

(360   Miles   from   Denver.      Elevation,   5751    Feet.) 

Many  good  camp  grounds  on  No  Name  and  Grizzly 
Creeps,  three  to  seven  miles  from  town.  Canon  Creek  eight 
miles.  Roaring  Fork  one  mile,  are  excellent  fishing  streams, 
both  reached  by  good  wagon  roads.  Grouse  shooting  in  foot- 
hills nearby.  Bob  cat  and  mountain  lion  hunting  within  five 
miles  of  town.  Good  spring  duck  shooting  five  miles 
distant.  Fine  scenery,  well  timbered,  excellent  water,  good 
fishing.  Easily  reached  by  good  roads.  Livery,  camp 
and  food  supplies  obtainable  at  Glenwood  Springs,  which  is 
nearest  postotfice.  Glenwood  Springs  is  one  of  the  most 
noted  resort  points  in  the  inter-mountain  region ;  has  marvel- 
ous hot  springs,  elegant  bathing  facilities,  many  hotels,  one 
the  finest  resort  hotel  on  the  continent. 

CARBONDALE 

r.,^373   Miles  from  Denver.      Elevation,   6181    Feet.) 

On  tlie  Aspen  Branch  of  the  Denver  &  Rio  Grande  R. 
R.  from  Glenwood. 

Ideal  camping  grounds  within  reasonable  distance,  rang- 
ing from  five  to  thirty  miles ;  reached  by  team  from  Car- 
bondale  or  by  taking  Crystal  River  Railroad  to  Redstone  and 
Crystal  River  &  San  Juan  Railroad  to  Marble,  in  the  heart 
of  the  mountains.  Grounds  are  all  public,  with  exception 
of  private  park  at  Redstone.  One  can  find  either  mountain 
canons  or  timbered  parks.  Excellent  view  of  Mt.  Sopris, 
which  rears  its,. head  over  12,000  feet  above  sea  level.  Many 
beautiful  canons,  through  which  flow  clear  streams,  afford- 
ing most  excellent  fishing.  Good  hunting  for  deer,  elk  or 
bear  in  the  more  rugged  portions  of  the  mountains  in  open 
seasons.  The  Crystal  River  and  all  its  tributaries  afford 
ideal  country  for  camping.  At  Hot  Springs,  on  the  C.  R.  R. 
R.,  twelve  miles  from  Carbondale,  are  hot  springs,  affording 
good  bathing.  No  charges  are  made  for  any  of  the  grounds, 
all  being  public.  Carbondale,  Redstone,  Marble  and  Crystal 
are  points  at  which  supplies  and  mail  can  be  secured. 


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CAMPING     IN     THE     ROCKIES. 


EMMA 

(382   Miles   from   Denver.      Elevation,    6610    Feet.) 

On  the  Aspen  Branch  of  the  Denver  &  Rio  Grande  R. 
R.    from   Glenwood. 

Good  fishing  and  camping  grounds  (public)  on  Snow 
Mass  Creek,  six  miles  above  Emma.  Mouth  of  Snow  Mass 
Creek  may  be  reached  via  D.  &  R.  G. ;  then  there  is  good 
wagon  road  up  the  creek  for  ten  miles.  Supplies  may  be 
had  at  Emma.     Nearest  postoffice,  Snow  Mass. 

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ASPEN 

(401    Miles   from   Denver.     Elevation,   7874   Feet.) 

Numerous  fine  camping  places  near  Aspen,  up  Hunter 
Creek,  Castle  Creek  and  Roaring  Fork  River,  nearest  being 
three  miles  from  postoffice,  and  from  that  distance  all  the 
way  up  to  a  day's  drive.  Plenty  of  conveyances  can  be  had 
to  take  parties  to  these  places,  it  being  arranged  to  call  for 


CAMPING     IN     THE     ROCKIES. 


them  at  a  given  time.  Supplies  may  be  had  at  Aspen  at 
reasonable  prices.  Camping  spots  generally  located  close  to 
streams,  with  timber,  brush  and  mountains  adjacent.  Very 
little  hunting,  but  trout  fishing  on  any  of  the  streams  named. 


A  Morning's  Sport  near  Aspen 


NEW  CASTLE 

(373    Miles   from   Denver.      Elevation,    5562    Feet.) 

Camp  grounds  of  first-class  character  all  the  way  from, 
two  to  seventy-five  miles  from  the  station.  They  are  on  the 
public  domain,  well  timbered,  good  water,  fine  fishing  and 
hunting  in  the  open  seasons.  Situated  on  Elk  and  Canon 
Creeks.  Livery  and  food  supplies  obtainable  at  New  Castle, 
which  is  nearest  postoffice.  It  was  from  New  Castle  that 
President  Roosevelt  entered  the  mountains  for  his  famous 
bear  hunt. 

RIFLE 

(387   Miles  from   Denver.     Elevation,    5310    Feet.) 

South  and  West  Main  Creeks  and  Beaver  Creek,  six  to 
ten  miles  south  of  station,  afford  excellent  camp  grounds. 
Upper  Rifle  Creek,  Rifle  Falls,  Piceance  Creek  and  Flag 
Creek,  twelve  to  forty  miles  north  of  station,  are  all  desir- 
able camping  locations ;  fair  fishing  and  fine  hunting  in  open 
seasons.  Livery  and  supplies  to  be  obtained  at  Rifle.  Small 
supplies  and  horses  may  be  obtained  from  nearby  ranches. 
Rifle  is  also  debarking  point  for  the  big  game  country  in 
vicinity  of  Meeker,  fully  described  elsewhere. 

MEEKER 

(42  Miles  ISorth  of  Rifle  by  Daily  Stage.) 

Meeker  is  situated  in  the  heart  of  the  finest  fishing  and 
game  country  in  the  state,  and  naturally  the  entire  surround- 
ing country  affords  many  sites  for  the  location  of  desirable 
camps    for    hunters,    fishermen,    health    and    pleasure    seekers 


CAMPING     IN     THE     ROCKIES. 


generally.  Meeker  has  excellent  stores  and  livery  and  is  head- 
quarters for  guides,  and  with  this  point  as  a  base  excur- 
sions into  the  game  country,  varying  in  distance  from  five  to 
loo  miles,  may  be  made,  well  repaying  the  participants 
for  the  outlay  of  time  and  money.  The  principal  places  are 
along  the  North  and  South  Forks  of  the  White  River  and  on 
the  White  River  itself,  Marvine  Creek,  Trapper's  Lake,  Mar- 
vine  Lakes  and  numerous  tributaries  of  the  streams  named 
Parties  who  prefer  hotel  accommodations  to  camping  can  be 
provided  for  at  the  hotels  of  Meeker,  or  at  the  game  and 
fishing  lodges  known  as  Marvine  Lodge,  Patterson's  Home, 
Mountain  Dell  Home  and  at  various  ranch  houses  along  the 


In  the  Big  Game  Country 

river  at  very  reasonable  cost.  Guides,  horses,  wagons,  pack 
horses,  dogs,  fishing  tackle,  guns,  ammunition,  tents  and 
camp  equippage,  together  with  all  manner  of  food  supplies, 
are  obtainable  at  Meeker  at  reasonable  rates.  The  game 
country  around  Meeker  is  prolific  in  all  kinds  of  big  game, 
and  in  the  open  season  is  the  Mecca  of  many  sportsmen 
from  all  over  the  United  States.  It  was  from  this  point 
that  President  Roosevelt  made  his  famous  lion  hunting  ex' 
pedition.  Meeker  is  the  central  point  and  the  principal  post- 
office,  though  mail  may  be  sent  to  other  points  in  the  vicinity, 
depending  on  the  location  of  the  camp.  Mr.  W.  E.  Salt- 
marsh,  Agent  for  the  Denver  &  Rio  Grande  at  Meeker,  will 
give  his  personal  attention  to  any  requests  for  inforrnation, 
or  will  make  advance  arrangements  for  parties  desiring  to 
visit  this  region. 


CAMPING     IN     THE     ROCKIES. 


DE  BEQUE 

(417  Miles  from  Denver.     Elevation,   4945    Feet.) 

Grand  Mesa  Lakes  twenty-five  miles  south,  by  private 
conveyance.  There  are  thirteen  lakes  and  fishing  is  excel- 
lent ;  they  are  under  government  control  and  camping  and 
fishing  allowed  under  certain  restrictions.  (Also  reached 
from  Delta,  on  the  Marshall  Pass  Line.)  Scenery  and 
climate  excellent,  good  water.  Nearest  postoffices  and  sup- 
ply points,  Hotchkiss,  Paonia,  Delta  and  De  Beque.  Glen 
Buelah  Park,  Antlers  Lodge,  Roan  Creek  and  tributaries, 
Carr  Creek  and  tributaries,  lying  five  to  thirty  miles  north 
of  De  Beque,  afford  excellent  camping  facilities,  with 
splendid  hunting  and  fishing  in  the  open  seasons.  Some  lands 
private,  with  nominal  charge,  and  others  on  public  domain. 
Ranches  and  lodges  take  boarders  at  reasonable  rates.  Livery 
and  supplies  to  be  secured  at  De  Beque  or  Meeker. 

GRAND  JUNCTION 

(450  Miles  from  Denver.  Elevation,  4583  Feet.) 
Golby's  lake,  twenty-five  miles  distant,  affords  good 
camping  facilities,  with  excellent  trout  fishing.  Grounds  are 
on  public  domain  and  no  charge  for  their  use.  The  country 
is  mountainous  with  plenty  of  timber  and  shade  and  de- 
lightful scenery  and  climate.  Some  large  game  in  the  open 
seasons.  Grand  Junction  is  nearest  postoffice,  and  supplies 
of  all  kinds,  together  with  first-class  livery,  may  be  obtained 
at  reasonable  rates.  , 

PUEBLO  TO  DURANGO 

Main  Line 

GRANEROS 

(146   Miles   from   Denver.     Elevation,    5804   Feet.) 

Rye  and  Greenhorn,  both  reached  by  stage  from  Gran- 
eros,  the  former  being  fifteen  miles  distant  and  the  latter  ten 
miles.  Fine  camping  grounds  at  both  places,  fine  shade,  un- 
excelled water,  high  and  cool,  with  no  charge  for  use  of 
ground  for  campers.  Good  hunting  and  fishing.  Good  board 
and  lodging  at  either  place  in  farm  houses  at  about  $7  per 
week.  Good  hotel  at  Rye,  $7  to  $10  per  week;  very  reason- 
able rates  for  saddle  horses,  mountain  trails  in  fine  shape 
and  scenery  very  fine.  All  kinds  of  groceries  can  be  obtained 
at  the  stores  at  either  point  at  reasonable  rates.  There  is  a 
postoffice  at  each  place,  also  telephone  to  all  points  in  the 
state. 

TRINIDAD 

(210   Miles  from  Denver.     Elevation,    5994   Feet.) 

Twenty-five  miles  from  Trinidad  is  one  of  the  prettiest 
camping  districts  in  Colorado.  From  the  Spanish  Peaks 
south  to  the  Vermejo  is  a  series  of  parks,  with  luxuriant 
grass  and  numerous  streams  flowing  through.  On  the  sur- 
rounding hillsides  are  forests  of  pine  and  spruce,  interspersed 
with  quaking  aspen  thickets,  forming  ideal  places  to  camp. 
It  is  easy  to  find  unoccupied  government  land  on  which  to 
camp  beside  the  different  branches  of  the  Purgatoire  River, 
fed  by  the  perpetual  snows  on  the   Sangre  de  Cristo  Range. 


CAMPING     IN     THE     ROCKIES. 


Nearest  postoffice,  Stonewall,  in  the  center  of  the  Stonewall 
Valley.  Railway  station,  Weston,  on  Colorado  &  Wyoming 
Railroad,  eight  miles  froni  Stonewall.  (Tourists  who  go  to 
the  Stonewall  country  can  find  excellent  accommodations  at 
the  Duling  Hotel  or  Cottonwood  Hotel.  Rates,  $1.50  per  day 
or  $8.00  per  week.) 

Further  south  is  Costilla  Park,  situated  in  the  center  of 
the  range,  consisting  of  many  thousandr  of  acres,  through 
which  flow  the  head  waters  of  the  Costilla  River.  Distance 
from  Weston  thirty  miles.  Hunting  and  fishing  are  better 
here  than  in  the  Stonewall  Valley,  but  nearest  postoffice 
and  stores  are  in  the  valley.  On  the  range  there  are  bear, 
mountain  sheep  and  deer.  Good  trout  fishing  in  any  of  the 
streams. 


A  Camping  Place  In  the  Stonewall  Valley,  near  Trinidad 

Tents,  supplies,  fishing  tackle  and  other  equipment  can 
be  obtained  in  Trinidad,  and,  if  preferred,  teams  can  be  hired 
there  to  take  parties  to  the  valley  or  to  the  Costilla. 

One  of  the  finest  scenic  drives  in  America  has  been 
recently  completed  between  Trinidad  and  Raton,  N.  M.,  which 
is  to  form  part  of  a  grand  interstate  highway  extending  from 
Cheyenne,  Wyoming,  to  El   Paso,  Texas. 

LA  VETA 

(190   Miles  from   Denver.     Elevation,    7024   Feet.) 

Fine  camp  grounds  on  Wahatoya  Creek,  seven  miles  dis- 
tant. Water  clear  and  cold,  fair  fishing,  beautiful  scenery 
and  many  wild  flowers,  some  timber.  Cuchara  Creek  five  to 
ten  miles,  excellent  camp  grounds,  good  water  and  fishing. 
Twelve  miles  south  on  this  creek  are  the  Cuchara  Camps, 
where  a  number  of  well-appointed  rustic  cottages  have  re- 
cently been  built,  which  can  be  rented  at  reasonable  prices. 
A  commissary  has  been  provided,  where  campers  can  pro- 
cure their  supplies,  while  an  open-air  restaurant  has  been 
established  for  those  who  do  not  care  to  prepare  their  own 
meals.      Middle   Creek,    five    miles,    good    water    and    fishing, 


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fine  sulphur  springs  and  bath  house.  Excellent  cure  for 
rheumatism.  Grounds  private,  but  no  charge  for  campers. 
Many  ranch  houses  take  boarders.  Scenery  very  fine  at  all 
places  named.     La  Veta  nearest   supply  point. 

GARLAND 

(228   Miles   from  Denver.     Elevation,    7936   Feet.) 

Good  camping  grounds.  One  of  the  most  popular  loca- 
tions is  at  Fort  Massachusetts,  on  Ute  Creek,  seven  miles 
from  station.  Fine  trout  fishing.  Another  fine  locality  is 
Trinchera  Creek,  noted  for  trout  fishing,  deer  and  grouse 
hunting.  Mountain  Home,  five  miles  from  station,  is  on  this 
stream,  being  located  in  a  valley  twelve  miles  long  and 
three  miles  wide,  with  timber-covered  mountains  on  either 
side.  Sierra  Blanca  is  also  located  at  this  point.  It  is  a 
three  days'  trip  up  this  mountain  and  back,  by  wagon  road 
and  trails.  En  route  three  beautiful  lakes  are  passed,  13,000 
feet  above  sea  level.  All  the  grounds  are  open  to  the  public. 
Livery  supplies  and  guides   can  be   procured   at  Garland. 


Duck  Shooting  in  the  San  Luis  Valley,  Colorado 

ALAMOSA  TO  DURANGO 

Main  Line 
ALAMOSA 

(252   Miles   from  Denver.     Elevation,    7546   Feet.) 

Rio  Grande  flows  through  the  town.  Fair  fishing  with 
bait.  Good  duck  hunting  in  the  open  seasons.  Camp  grounds 
along  the  river  and  at  various  points  in  the  San  Luis  Valley. 
Supplies  of  all  kinds,  and  livery  at  Alamosa. 

WAGON  WHEEL  GAP 

(312   Miles  from  Denver.      Elevation,  8449    Feet.) 

On  the  Creede  Branch  of  the  Denver  &  Rio  Grande  R. 
R.   from  Alamosa. 

The  country  in  the  vicinity  of  Wagon  Wheel  Gap,  South 
Fork,  and  in  fact  all  up  and  down  the  Rio  Grande  for  a  dis- 
tance  of  thirty   miles   will   be   found   to  be   one   of  the  most 


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delightful  portions  of  the  state,  affording  many  beautiful 
spots  for  camping.  The  fishing  in  the  Rio  Gr^ande, 
Goose  Creek  and  other  streams  is  excellent.  At  Wagon 
Wheel  Gap  are  the  famous  Hot  Springs,  noted  for  their 
curative  properties.  The  Hot  Springs  Hotel,  with  its  new 
and  strictly  modern  cottages,  heated  with  hot  water,  and 
the  magnificent  bath  house  are  situated  on  Goose  Creek,  a 
short  distance  from  the  Rio  Grande.  Supplies  can  be  ob- 
tained at  Creede  and  from  the  adjacent  ranches.  Good  camp 
grounds  are  within  a  short  distance  of  the  railway.  Teams 
are  not  necessary,  except  for  excursions  into  the  interior. 
Long  distance  telephone  at  Wagon  Wheel  Gap. 


At  Wagon  Wheel  Gap,  Colorado 

SOUTH    FORK 

(298   Miles   from   Denver.     Elevation,   8188   Feet.) 

On  the  Creede  Branch  of  the  Denver  &  Rio  Grande  R. 
R.  from  Alamosa. 

Situated  at  the  confluence  of  the  South  Fork  and  the  Rio 
Grande.  Good  hunting  and  fishing.  Camping  grounds  in 
vicinity,  with  nearby  ranches,  where  supplies  can  be  secured. 
Saddle  horses  may  be  hired  for  trips  into  the  interior.  Tele- 
phone connection  with  outside  points.  On  the  upper  branch 
of  the  South  Fork  there  are  several  large  lakes  well  stocked 
with  trout. 

CREEDE 

(321    Miles  from   Denver.     Elevation,   8852    Feet.) 

On  the  Creede  Branch  of  the  Denver  &  Rio  Grande  R. 
R.  from  Alamosa. 

Creede  is  situated  in  the  heart  of  the  Rocky  Moun- 
tains, close  by  the  Rio  Grande,  one  of  the  best  trout  streams 
in  ColGrado,  and  has  over  200  miles  of  fishing  streams  and 


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tributaries  within  the  borders  of  Mineral  County,  as  well  as 
some  of  the  largest  lakes  in  the  state,  all  abundantly  stocked 
with  different  varieties  of  trout.  The  great  Clear  Creek 
Falls  and  Clear  Creek  are  considered  among  the  finest  trout 
waters  in  the  state.  These  noted  places  are  reached  by  good 
roads. 

Creede  also  contains  many  other  attractive  features  for 
the  camper  in  its  great  mines,  tunnels,  mills,  etc.  The  largest 
silver  mine  in  the  world  is  located  here.  During  the  hunting 
season  much  game  is  killed  in  this  section,  comprising  deer, 
bear,  lynx,  etc. 

Wagon  Wheel  Gap  Hot  Springs  are  located  eight  miles 
south  of  Creede.  The  surrounding  mountains  near  Creede 
are  full  of  interest  to  the  tourist.  The  Wheeler  National 
Monument  Park  is  located  but  five  miles  away. 

LA  JARA 

(266   Miles   from   Denver.      Elevation,   7609   Feet.) 

Plenty  of  good  camping  grounds,  public  and  private, 
both  free.  Timber  lands,  grand  scenery.  Trout  fishing, 
ducks,  deer,  bear,  coyotes  and  rabbits.  Conejos,  Alamosa  and 
La  Jara  Creeks.  Supply  point.  La  Jara.  Climate  unsur- 
passed;  good  water  and  grass. 

ANTONITO 

(280   Miles  from   Denver.      Elevation,    7888   Feet.) 

Good  camp  grounds  on  public  domain  on  Rio  Grande 
and  Conejos  River.  One  of  the  best  fishing  points  in  the 
state.  Good  duck  shooting  in  open  season.  Antonito  and 
Conejos  nearest  supply  points. 

ESPANOLA    (N.   MEX.) 

(372   Miles  from  Denver.      Elevation,   5590   Feet.) 
On  the   Santa  Fe   Branch  of  the  Denver  &  Rio   Grande 
R.  R.  from  Antonito. 

Very  good  camping  grounds  from  twelve  to  twenty  miles 
away,  on  Indian  Reservation.  Public  grounds.  Teams  can 
be  hired  at  reasonable  rates.  The  grounds  are  in  canons  and 
along  the  cliffs,  and  where  the  Cliff  Dwellings  are  located. 
There  are  a  number  of  small  streams  containing  trout.  There 
is  but  little  game  to  be  found.  The  postoffices  are  Espanola, 
Santa  Cruz,  Chimayo,  Pojuaque,  Santa  Fe  and  Las  Truchas, 
N.  M.,  and  supplies  may  be  had  at  any  of  these  places.  The 
Pajarito  Park  Cliff  Dwellings,  near  this  point,  are  very  in- 
teresting. 

SANTA    FE    (N.    MEX.) 

(406   Miles   from   Denver.      Elevation,    6968    Feet.) 

On  the  Santa  Fe  Branch  of  the  Denver  &  Rio  Grande 
R.  R.  from  Antonito. 

Nearest  camping  grounds  are  located  on  the  Pecos  Re- 
serve, a  distance  of  thirty-five  miles,  reached  by  private  con- 
veyance at  reasonable  rates.  A  portion  of  the  grounds  are 
private,  but  terms  for  rental  are  reasonable.  Grounds  are 
beautifully  timbered,  located  on  the  Pecos  River,  a  very  beau- 
tiful stream  and  well  stocked  with  mountain  trout. 


26  CAMPING  IN  THE  ROCKIES. 


OSIER 

(318   Miles   from   Denver.      Elevation,  9637   Feet.) 

Good  camp  grounds,  hunting  and  fishing.  The  wonder- 
ful Toltec  Gorge,  with  its  beautiful  scenery  and  fine  fishing, 
is  only  two  miles  away.     Nearest  supply  point.  Osier. 

CHAMA    (N.   MEX.) 

(344  Miles   from   Denver.      Elevation,    7863   Feet.) 

Good  public  camping  grounds  in  and  near  the  town,  or 
on  the  Chama  and  Brazos  Rivers,  which  are  about  twelve 
miles  distant.  Locations  in  timber  or  open  ground.  Tourists 
can  secure  teams  at  Chama  at  very  reasonable  cost.  Fine 
trout  fishing  and  all  kinds  of  game — deer,  bear,  antelope,  elk, 
mountain  sheep.  Chama  is  nearest  supply  point.  The  scen- 
ery in  this  section  cannot  be  surpassed. 

PAGOSA    SPRINGS 

(421    Miles   from   Denver.      Elevation   7108   Feet.) 

On  the  Pagosa  Springs  Branch  of  the  Denver  &  Rio 
Grande  R.  R.  from  Pagosa  Springs. 

Good  camping  ground  within  town  limit's  inside 
public  park,  on  banks  of  the  San  Juan  River.  Good 
trout  fishing  from  the  Springs  up  the  river  and  its 
tributaries  for  twenty-five  miles.  Streams  abundantly 
stocked  every  year  with  brook,  rainbow  and  native 
trout.  Bors  Lake,  Palisade  Lakes,  Piedra  Blanca  and  Little 
Blanca  Rivers  are  reached  over  good  roads  and  mountain 
drives,  being  distant  from  seventeen  to  twenty-five  miles. 
Good  bear  hunting  the  year  round.  Splendid  deer  and  grouse 
shooting  in  season.  Country  open  for  camping,  heavily  tim- 
bered, with  mountain  environment'  on  all  sides.  Good  per- 
manent accommodations  at  all  the  lakes.  Tents  and  camping 
outfits  can  be  rented  at  reasonable  figures.  Nearest  postoflfice 
and  supply  point,  Pagosa  Springs. 

DURANGO 

(451    Miles   from  Denver.      Elevation,   6520   Feet.) 

No  good  camping  grounds  in  immediate  vicinity.  Good 
location  at  a  distance  of  twenty  to  twenty-five  miles.  Pub- 
lic grounds,  free  of  charge.  Fair  fishing,  plenty  of  timber, 
and  very  fine  scenery.  Teams  can  be  procured  at  Durango 
to  take  parties  to  these  grounds.  Great  numbers  of  fish  are 
caught  and  there  is  considerable  hunting  at  Emerald  Lake. 
Nearest  supply  point  and  postofifice,  Durango. 

AZTEC    (N.   MEX.) 

(482   Miles  from   Denver.     Elevation,   5686   Feet.) 
On  the  Farmington  Branch  of  the  Denver  &  Rio  Grande 

R.  R.  from  Durango. 

Good   camp  grounds   near   station.     Hunting  and   fishing 

fair.      Cliff    ruins    accessible     from     this     point.      Aztec    and 

Blanca,  New  Mexico,  nearest  supply  points. 

FARMINGTON    (N.   MEX.) 

(496  Miles  from   Denver.      Elevation,   5305   Feet.) 
On  the  Farmington  Branch  of  the  Denver  &  Rio  Grande 

R.  R.  from  Durango. 

Good   camp   grounds,   public    and    private,    near  station. 

Good  water  and  shade.     Hunting  and  fishing  fair.     Farming- 

^^n  nearest  supply  point. 


CAMPING  IN  THE  ROCKIES. 


SALIDA  TO  GRAND  JUNCTION 

Main  Line  —  Narrow  Gauge 

SARGENT 

(257  Miles  from  Denver.  Elevation,  8477  Feet.) 
A  number  of  good  camping  grounds  along  Tomichi 
Creek  but  a  short  distance  from  the  station.  Fishing  in  the 
stream  very  good,  water  excellent  and  scenery  very  fine. 
Sargent  nearest  postoffice  and  railway  station;  supplies  from 
Salida  or  Gunnison. 

DOYLE 

(269   Miles   from   Denver.      Elevation,   8062   Feet.) 

Waunita  Hot  Springs,  at  the  base  of  Tomichi  Dome,  ten 
miles  distant  by  daily  stage,  is  a  very  desirable  place  for  sum- 
mer camping.  Elegantly  appointed  hotel  of  100  rooms.  Large 
sanitarium  of  forty  rooms.  Numerous  furnished  cottages. 
Large  bath  house  and  swimming  pools.  Some  fishing  and 
good  camp  grounds  on  public  domain.  Cochetopa  Creek, 
about  twenty  miles  from  Doyle,  is  a  fine  trout  stream,  and 
there  are  many  good  camp  grounds  along  its  banks.  Sup- 
plies can  be  obtained  at  Doyle. 

PARLIN 

(277  Miles  from  Denver.  Elevation,  7952  Feet.) 
Some  of  the  grandest  Rocky  Mountain  scenery,  includ- 
ing the  renowned  Pink  Canon,  in  the  immediate  vicinity.  Miles 
of  the  finest  trout-fishing  in  the  Tomichi  and  Quartz,  and 
splendid  hunting ;  plenty  of  deer,  bear,  coyotes,  rabbits  and 
prairie  chickens  within  a  mile  or  more  of  the  station.  Some 
supplies  may  be  secured  at  Parlin,  but  most  are  gotten  from 
Gunnison.  Numerous  good  ranches  are  in  the  immediate 
vicinity,  affording  excellent  accommodations  for  tourists. 
Comfortably  furnished  rustic  cottages  may  be  secured.  With- 
in ea'iy  excursion  distance  of  the  famous  Black  Canon  of 
the  Gunnison. 


A  Good  Catch  on  the  Gunnison 


Here  Health  Comes  with  Recreation 


30  CAMPING  IN  THE  ROCKIES. 


GUNNISON 

(289  Miles  from  Denver.  Elevation,  7683  Feet.) 
Finest  trout  fishing  in  the  world  from  one-half  mile  to 
twenty  miles  from  Gunnison  on  the  Tomichi,  Taylor,  East 
and  Gunnison  Rivers,  and  Ohio  and  Beaver  Creeks.  Largest 
trout  in  the  state,  some  ten  and  twelve  pounds.  Public  camp- 
ing grounds  at  many  points  along  these  streams.  Deer,  elk 
and  bear,  duck  and  grouse  within  radius  of  twenty-five  miles 
Being  centrally  located,  Gunnison  is  a  fine  supply  point  for 
camping,  hunting  or  fishing  parties.  Waunita  Hot  Springs 
nestles    among    the    pines    at    the    base    of    Tomichi    Dom(e. 

ALMONT 

(300   Miles  from  Denver.      Elevation,   8042   Feet.) 

On  the  Crested  Butte  Branch  of  the  Denver  &  Rio  Grande 
R.   R.    from    Gunnison. 

Located  at  the  junction  of  the  Taylor  and  East  Rivers, 
which  form  the  Gunnison.  Many  good  camp  grounds  on  pub- 
lic domain  near  station.  Excellent  fishing  in  all  streams  in 
neighborhood.  Fine  resort  hotel  and  cottages.  One  of  the 
best  fishing  and  resort  places  in  the  state. 


Cabins  at  Almont,  on  the^Gunnison 

JACK'S    CABIN 

(305   Miles   from   Denver.      Elevation,   8309   Feet.) 

On  the  Crested  Butte  Branch  of  the  Denver  &  Rio  Giande 
R.    R.    from    Gunnison. 

Good  hunting  in  season.  Excellent  fishing  in  both  East 
and  Taylor  Rivers.  Board  may  be  secured  at  ranch,  where 
teams  may  also  be  obtained.     Postof^ice,  Jack's  Cabin. 


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31 


CRESTED   BUTTE 

(316   Miles   from   Denver.      Elevation,   8878   Feet.) 

On  the  Crested  Butte  Branch  of  the  Denver  &  Rio  Grande 
R.   R.    from    Gunnison. 

Large  area  of  attractive  camp  grounds.  Trout  fishing 
excellent  in  two  main  streams  and  dozen  tributaries.  Small 
and  big  game — grouse,  rabbit,  mountain  lion,  deer  and  bear. 
— unsurpassed  in  radius  of  twenty  miles.  The  fine  water, 
healthful  climatic  conditions,  and  the  diversified  and  magnifi- 
cent mountain  scenery  combine  to  make  this  locality  unusually 
enticing  for  those  seeking  rest  and  recreation.  The  flora  of 
this  section  is  remarkable  for  its  many  beautiful  species. 
Crested  Butte  nearest  supply  point. 

lOLA 

(299  Miles  from  Denver.      Elevation,    7434    Feet.) 

There  are  many  desirable  camping  grounds  along  the  banks 
of  the  Gunnison  within  short  distances  from  the  station.  The 
fishing  in  the  Gunnison  River  is  excellent,  being  among  the 


Cebolla,  on  the  Gunnison  River,  Colorado 


very  best  in  the  state.  At  lola  is  a  good  hotel,  and  livery 
may  be  obtained  there  as  well  as  supplies-  Cebolla  Hot 
Springs,  eighteen  miles  from  lola  by  daily  stage,  where  good 
hotel  accommodations  will  be  found,  as  well  as  ample  camp- 
ing grounds.  Powderhorn  is  postoffice  for  the  Hot  Springs 
and   vicinity. 

CEBOLLA 

(307   Miles  from  Denver.     Elevation,   7354   Feet.) 
One    of    the    finest    and    most    desirable    fishing    points 
along  the  Gunnison  River.     Has  gained  a  world-wide  reputa- 
tion in  recent  years  for  the  number  and  extraordinary  size 


32  CAMPING  IN  THE  ROCKIES. 


of  trout  caught  there.  Cebolla  River  empties  into  the  Gunni- 
son at  this  point.  Both  streams  are  kept  plentifully  stocked 
with  trout.  Excellent  hotel  and  fourteen  log  cabins.  Long 
distance  telephone  in  hotel. 

SAPINERO 

(314   Miles  from  Denver.      Elevation,   7255   Feet.) 

Numerous  public  camping  grounds  along  the  many  beau- 
tiful mountain  streams.  Mountain  trout  in  abundance  in  Elk 
Creek,  Sapinero  Creek,  Pine  Creek  and  Gunnison  River.  Up 
these  streams  ten  to  twenty-five  miles,  deer  abound.  Sup- 
plies and  conveyances  or  burro  trains  with  guides  can  be 
secured  at  reasonable  figures.     Beautiful  scenery. 

LAKE   CITY 

(351    Miles  from  Denver.     Elevation,  8686  Feet.) 

On  the  Lake  City  Branch  of  the  Denver  &  Rio  Grande  R. 
R.  from  Sapinero. 


Lake  San  Cristoval,  Colorado 

Good  camping  grounds  from  five  to  thirty  miles  dis- 
tant, on  public  domain.  Trout  fishing  close  to  town,  in  the 
Lake  Fork  of  the  Gunnison  and  in  Henson  Creek.  Excel- 
lent fishing  is  also  found  five  miles  distant  in  Lake  San  Cristo- 
val, one  of  the  largest  and  most  beautiful  bodies  of  water  m 
Colorado.  Here  is  a  magnificent  twelve-mile  drive,  skirt- 
ing the  very  edge  of  the  lake.  Cottages  may  be  rented  near 
the  lake,  and  new  boats  have  been  prepared  for  summer 
tenants.  Delightful  climate  and  an  ideal  spot  for  carnping. 
Some  of  the  most  magnificent  scenery  in  the  Rockies  is 
found  in  this  vicinity,  while  mountain  climbers  may  try  their 
skill  on  the  precipitous  Uncompahgre  Peak,  a  few  miles  to 
the  west.     Supplies  and  livery  at  Lake  City. 


CAMPING  IN  THEj  ROCKIES. 


CIMARRON 

(329  Miles  from  Denver..     Elevation,   6906  Feet.) 

Situated  in  Black  Canon  of  the  Gunnison.  Fine  camp 
grounds  from  two  to  fifteen  miles  from  the  station  018 
Cimarron  River ;  excellent  fishing  on  the  Gunnison  River, 
and  for  twenty  miles  on  the  Big  and  Little  Cimarron.  Camp 
grounds  on  public  domain  adjoining  streams,  for  which  there 
is  no  charge;  good  water  in  stream  and  fine  timber;  scenery 
very  beautiful  and  climate  delightful,  Cimarron  nearest 
postoffice  and  supply  point.  Good  board  at  Cimarron  and 
at  ranch  houses  at  reasonable  rates. 

CEDAR  CREEK 

(341    Miles  from   Denver.      Elevation,   6752   Feet.) 

Good  camp  grounds  on  public  domain  adjacent  to 
station.  Fine  camping  grounds  and  fishing  in  River  Portal, 
nine  miles  from  station.  Grand,  scenery  in  the  Black  Canon 
nearby.  '  ,'!" 

MONTROSE 

(352   Miles   from   Denver.      Elevation,    581 1   Feet.) 

Montrose  is  situated  in  the  heart  of  the  great  fruit  belt, 
and  on  the  Uncompahgre  River.  There  is  some  game  back 
in  the  foothills  at  the  base  of  the  Grand  Mesa,  and  naturally 
many  places  where  camps  may  be  established  to  advantage. 
Livery  and  all  manner  of  supplies  obtainable  at  Montrose, 
which  is  also  nearest  postoffice. 

RIDGWAY 

(377  Miles  from   Denver.      Elevation,    7003   Feet.) 

On  the  Ouray  Branch  of  the  Denver  &  Rio  Grande  R.  R. 
from   Montrose. 

Good  camp  grounds  at  Hortivells  I  ake,  three  miles  dis- 
tant. Private  lands,  no  charge.  Plenty  of  shade  and  fine 
scenery.  Cow  Creek  five  to  eight  miles,  good  fishing  and 
fine  water.  Owl  Creek  ten  to  fifteen  miles,  fine  camp  grounds, 
good  water  and  fishing,  beautiful  scenery.  Livery  and  sup- 
plies  can  be   procured   at   Ridgway   at    reasonable   rates. 

OURAY 

(387   Miles  from  Denver.      Elevation,   7721    Feet.) 

On  the  Ouray  Branch  of  the  Denver  &  Rio  Grande  R. 
R.  from  Montrose. 

Good  camping  grounds,  both  public  and  private,  reached 
by  private  conveyance,  from  five  to  ten  miles  distant.  Well 
timbered  lands  on  the  Uncompahgre.  Magnificent  scenery 
and  delightful  climate.  Livery  and  all  kinds  of  supplies  to 
be   obtained   at   Ouray. 

DELTA 

(373   Miles   from  Denver.      Elevation,   4980   Feet.) 

Many  good  camping  grounds  at  Grand  Mesa  Lakes,  and  on 
Surface  Creek,  Ward  Creek,  Young's  Creek  and  the  Gun- 
nison River,  five  to  forty  miles  from  Delta.  The  fishing  is 
good  and  climate  delightful.  Most  of  the  camp  sites  are  lo- 
cated in  the  cedar  timber  and  afford  good  shade  and  cool 
resorts.  Postoffices  at  Cedaredge,  Eckert,  Austin,  Hotchkiss, 
Paonia  and  Delta.  Supplies  may  be  obtained  from  all  these 
points,  though  largest  stores  will  be  found  at  Delta. 


CAMPING  IN  THE  ROCKIES. 


HOTCHKISS 

(398  Miles  from   Denver.      Elevation,   5369   Feet.) 

On  the  North  Fork  Branch  of  the  Denver  &  Rio  Grande 
R.  R.  from  Delta. 

Excellent  camp  grounds  on  La  Roux,  Crystal  and  Holy 
Terror  Creeks  and  Gunnison  River,  ten  to  twenty-five  miles 
distant.  Situated  on  public  domain,  well  timbered,  abound- 
ing in  game  of  all  kinds,  including  trout,  deer  and  bear,  and 
amid  magnificent  scenery.  Reached  by  good  wagon  roads 
and  trails.  Supplies,  livery,  etc.,  at  Hotchkiss.  Postoffices 
at  Hotchkiss,  Crawford  and  Maher. 

PAONIA 

(406  Miles   from  Denver.     Elevation,    5694   Feet.) 

On  the  North  Fork  Branch  of  the  Denver  &  Rio  Grande 
R.  R.  from  Delta. 

Splendid  camping  grounds  on  public  lands  on  Holy  Ter- 
ror, Hubbard,  Elk,  Big  Muddy,  Little  Muddy,  Bear  and 
Cow  Creeks  and  Gunnison  River,  five  to  thirty  miles  from 
station  by  good  wagon  roads  and  trails.  Camp  grounds  on 
timbered  land  amid  a  profusion  of  beautiful  scenery,  and 
abounding  in  game  of  all  kinds,  including  trout,  deer,  elk, 
bear,  etc.     Supplies  and  livery  at  Paonia. 


THE  RIO  GRANDE  SOUTHERN  RAILROAD 

(COLORADO) 

PLACERVILLE 

(404  Miles  from  Denver.  Elevation,  7321  Feet.) 
Good  camping  grounds  from  one-half  to  twenty  miles 
distant,  reached  by  team  or  saddle  horse,  grounds  both  pub- 
lic and  private;  no  rental  charge;  both  timber  land  and 
plains ;  very  good  scenery ;  trout  fishing  in  creeks  tributary 
to  San  Miguel  River ;  small  game.  Nearest  postoffices,  Leon- 
ard. Saw  Pit,  Pbcerville  and  Norwood,  last  three  towns 
being  supply  points. 

VANCE   JUNCTION 

(415  Miles  from  Denver.  Elevation,  81 16  Feet.) 
No  good  camping  grounds  or  hunting  or  fishing  near  to 
station.  Nearest  point  is  Trout  Lake.  Good  fishing  in  lake 
and  some  grouse  in  surrounding  hills.  Plenty  of  good  water 
for  domestic  purposes.  San  Bernardo,  two  and  one-half 
miles  from  lake,  is  nearest  postoffice.  Ophir,  four  miles 
from  lake,  is  nearest  supply  point. 

TELLURIDE 

(422  Miles  from  Denver.  Elevation,  8756  Feet.) 
Telluride  is  located  amid  grand  and  impressive  scenery, 
and  on  the  slopes  of  the  pine-clad  mountains  will  be  found 
many  desirable  locations  for  healthful  camps.  Good  fishing 
in  the  South  and  Lake  Forks  of  the  San  Miguel  and  Trout 
Lake,  which  are  of  easy  access  by  rail.  Telluride  is  a  good 
outfitting  point  for  the  above  fishing  resorts,  and  livery,  sup- 
plies, tents,  etc.,  may  be  secured  at  reasonable  rates. 


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OPHIR 

(422  Miles  from  Denver.  Elevation,  9236  Feet.) 
Excellent  camping  grounds  near  Ophir,  San  Bernardo, 
Trout  Lake  and  Lizard  Head  stations,  on  Trout  Lake,  South 
and  Lake  Forks  of  the  San  Miguel.  Camp  grounds  on  pub- 
lic domain,  amid  most  magnificent  scenery,  on  timbered  or 
open  land.  Good  fishing  and  hunting  in  open  seasons.  Post- 
offices  at  Ames,  Ophir  and  San  Bernardo.  Supplies  at  Ames 
and  Ophir. 

TROUT    LAKE 

(426  Miles  from  Denver.      Elevation,   9802   Feet.) 

This  magnificent  sheet  of  water  lies  within  a  few  steps 
of  the  railway  and  affords  many  delightful  camp  grounds. 
It  is  an  ideal  summer  camping  resort.  Myriads  of  trout 
inhabit  the  lake,  the  climate  and  scenery  are  superb  and  the 
pleasures  of  a  camp  at  this  spot  are  many.     Ranches  border 


Trout  Lake,  Colorado 

the  lake,  where  horses,  boats  and  small  supplies  may  be 
secured.  There  is  no  rental  charged  for  camping.  Supplies 
may  be  secured  at  Ames,  Ophir  and  Telluride.  Postoffices 
at  Ames  and  Ophir. 

RICO 

(443   Miles  from   Denver.      Elevation,   8737  Feet.) 

Many  delightful  camping  grounds  on  Dolores  River,  Coal 
Creek,  Fish  Creek,  Scotch  Creek  and  their  tributaries,  from 
two  to  twenty  miles  from  station,  amid  grand  scenery  and 
delightful  climate.  Excellent  mountain  water  in  the  streams 
and  fine  fishing  and  hunting  in   open   seasons.     Dunton  Hot 


36  wAMPING  IN  THE  ROCKIES. 


Springs,  sixteen  miles  distant,  is  fine  resort  with  good  bath- 
ing facilities  and  surrounded  by  excellent  camp  grounds.  All 
camp  grounds  are  in  the  midst  of  fine  timbered  region  on 
public  domain,  affording  cool,  shady  retreats.  Rico  and  Dun- 
ton  nearest  postoffices  and  supply  points.  Good  livery  to  be 
secured  at  Rico  at  reasonable  rates. 

DOLORES 

(479   Miles  from  Denver.     Elevation,   6957   Feet.) 

Many  good  camping  places,  the  most  important  being 
Dolores  Hot  Springs,  about  thirty  miles  distant,  and  the 
Cliff  Houses  are  about  twenty-five  miles  away.  Grounds 
are  public.  There  is  a  hotel  at  Hot  Springs;  scenery  is 
beautiful,  mountain  and  plain.  Dolores  and  Cortez  are  sup- 
ply points.  Dolores  is  a  good  point  from  which  to  reach 
Cliff  Houses.  Some  bear,  deer,  trout  and  all  kinds  of  small 
game.     Finest  climate. 

MANGOS 

(499   Miles   from   Denver.      Elevation,   7008  Feet.) 

This  is  the  debarking  and  outfitting  point  for  the  wonder- 
ful ruins  of  the  ancient  homes  of  the  Cliff  Dwellers.  This 
is  an  outdoor  journey  and  camping  experience  made  doubly 
interesting  by  the  antique  ruins  and  delightful  scenery.  Jour- 
neys to  the  ruins  can  be  made  lasting  from  three  days  to 
as  many  months,  and  each  day  will  be  replete  with  new  and 
startling  wonders.  Guides,  camp  outfits,  horses  and  pack 
animals  and  all  manner  of  supplies  to  be  secured  at  Mancos. 
The  agent  of  the  Rio  Grande  Southern  Railroad  at  Mancos 
•will  make  advance  arrangements  with  guides  and  liverymen 
for  parties  desiring  to  visit  the  Cliff  Ruins,  on  application 
by  mail.  The  Mesa  Verde,  where  the  Cliff  Dwellings  are 
located,  has  been  recently  set  aside  by  Congress  as  a  National 
Park,  the  superintendent's  office  being  located  at  Mancos. 

GRAND  JUNCTION  TO  OGDEN 

(UTAH) 
Main  Line 

CISCO 

(504  Miles  from  Denver.     Elevation,   4375    Feet.) 

Good  camping  grounds  five  miles  distant,  on  an  island  in 
the  Grand  River.  Abundance  of  timber  and  water.  Good 
fishing  and  hunting.  Salmon  and  other  kinds  of  fish.  Deer 
can  be  found  in  the  neighborhood.  Cisco  nearest  postoffice 
and   supply  point. 

GREEN     RIVER 

(SS5    Miles    from    Denver.      Elevation,    4080    Feet.) 

Good  camping  grounds  adjacent  to  station  and  for  several 
miles  up  and  down  the  Green  River,  reached  by  private  con- 
veyance. Private  grounds  mostly,  but  usually  no  objection 
to  camping  on  same.  Both  timber  lands  and  plains,  the 
timber  being  along  the  river;  cliffs  and  foothills  near  sta- 
tion, and  mountains  in  plain  view,  but  thirty  to  fifty  miles 
distant.  Plenty  of  fish  common  to  the  Green  River,  small 
game  near  station  and  large  game  plentiful  (such  as  deer  and 


CAMPING  IN  THE  ROCKIES. 


bear)  twenty-five  to  forty  miles  out.  Supplies,  conveyances 
and  packs  can  be  secured  at  Green  River  station.  A 
trip  may  be  made  by  boat  from  here  down  the  Green  to  the 
first  Cataract  and  Grand  Canon  of  the  Colorado,  near  the 
junction  of  the  Green  and  Grand,  thence  up  the  Grand  to 
Moab.  Fine  scenery,  fishing  and  hunting  may  be  had  on  this 
trip. 

PRICE 

(619  Miles  from  Denver.  Elevation,  5547  Feet.) 
Good  camping  grounds  at  Strawberry,  fifty  miles  from 
Price.  Ground  is  public,  reached  by  wagon.  Good  moun- 
tain water,  plenty  of  timber  and  good  grass.  Scenery  very 
fine.  Plenty  of  mountain  trout  in  Strawberry  Creek.  Nearest 
railway  station,  postoffice  and  general  supply  point,  Colton. 
Good  grounds  also  at  Harper,  thirty  miles  north,  on  stage 
line  from  Price  to  Ft.  Duchesne.  Good  deer  hunting.  Plenty 
of  timber,  good  mountain  water.  Nearest  railway  station, 
Sunnyside.     Postoffice,  Harper.     Daily  mail  from  Price. 


A  Vacation  In  the  Mountains 

eOLTON 

(644   Miles  from  Denver.      Elevation,   7170   Feet.) 

The  Pleasant  Valley  Branch,  between  Colton  and  Scofield, 
affords  beautiful  camping  and  fishing  grounds.  Grounds 
mostly  public.  Mountain  scenery,  streams,  small  valleys  and 
some  timber.  Fine  trout  fishing  in  the  streams.  Nearest 
postoffice  and  supply  point,  Colton. 

SCOFIELD 

(660   Miles  from   Denver.      Elevation,   7675   Feet.) 
On  Pleasant  Valley  Branch  of  the  Denver  &  Rio  Grande 
R.  R.  from  Colton. 

Good  camping  grounds  on  Fish  Creek  in  this  vicinity. 
Public  grounds.  Very  good  fishing.  Also  other  points 
two   to   five   miles   above    station,   in    timber   lands.      Scenery 


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CAMPING  IN  THE  ROCKIES. 


grand,  altitude  8,ocx)  feet,  weather  cool  during  entire  sum- 
mer. Teams  can  be  had  at  Scofield  to  take  parties  to  grounds. 
Good  hunting  for  all  kinds  of  small  game — grouse,  chickens, 
ducks ;  and  deer  occasionally  within  five  miles  of  Scofield. 
Scofield   nearest  postoffice  and   supply  point. 

TUCKER 

(658   Miles   from  Denver.      Elevation,   6217   Feet.) 

First-class  camp  grounds  on  Soldier  Fork,  Spanish  Fork, 
Tie  Fork,  Clear  Creek,  Indian  Creek  and  in  Pleasant  Valley, 
on  public  lands ;  climate  delightful  and  scenery  magnificent ; 
well  timbered  lands.  Fishing  in  all  above  streams  is  fairly 
good. 


A  Gamey  One 

THISTLE 

(676   Miles   from  Denver.      Elevation,   5033   Feet.) 

Good  camping  grounds  on  Diamond  Creek  five  to  ten 
miles  distant.  Public  grounds,  reached  by  wagon.  Good 
water  in  Diamond  Creek,  and  usually  good  fishing.  Timber 
along  creek,  good  mountain  scenery.  Thistle  nearest  post- 
office  and  supply  point. 

MT.    PLEASANT 

(715   Miles  from   Denver.      Elevation,   5857   Feet.) 

On  the  Marysvale  Branch  of  the  Denver  &  Rio  Grande 
R.  R.  from  Thistle. 

Fair  camping  grounds  twelve  miles  distant  on  Small 
Creek.  Public  lands,  well  timbered.  Trout  fishing  fair.  Fair- 
view   nearest  postoffice  and   supply  point,   livery,   etc. 

MANTI 

(737  Miles  from  Denver.      Elevation,   5530  Feet.) 

On  the  Marysvale  Branch  of  the  Denver  &  Rio  Grande 
R.  R.   from  Thistle. 


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Beautiful  camping  place  at  Funk's  Lake,  a  natural  res- 
ervoir in  a  basin,  high  mountain  peaks  on  the  east  and  low 
foothills  on  the  west  and  north.  Five  miles  from  Manti; 
stage  or  private  conveyance.  Grounds  are  private,,  but  rental 
would  not  exceed  $1.50  per  week.  Rabbits,  sage  hens  and 
prairie  chickens  abound.  Nearest  postoffice  and  supply 
point,   Sterling,  one-half  mile. 

RICHFIELD 

(780   Miles  from  Denver.      Elevation,   5308   Feet.) 

On  the  Marysvale  Branch  of  the  Denver  &  Rio  Grande 
R.   R.   from  Thistle. 

Camp  grounds  at  Fish  Lake,  thirty  miles  distant.  Teams 
to  be  secured  at  Richfield  or  Salina,  which  are  nearest  post- 
offices  and  supply  points.     Good  fishing  and  scenery. 

ELSINORE 

(788   Miles  from  Denver.      Elevation,   5335    Feet.) 

On  the  Marysvale  Branch  of  the  Denver  &  Rio  Grande 
R.   R.   from  Thistle. 

Good  camping  grounds  in  Monroe  Canon,  two  miles  dis- 
tant. Fine  fishing.  Magnificent  scenery.  Large  plunge  baths. 
Waters  noted  for  their  medicinal  quality.  Reached  by  stage 
from  Elsinore,  four  miles  distant.     Supply  point,  Monroe. 

MARYSVALE 

(808   Miles  from  Denver.      Elevation,    5839   Feet.) 

On  the  Marysvale  Branch  of  the  Denver  &  Rio  Grande 
R.   R.   from  Thistle. 

Splendid  camping  grounds  along  the  Sevier  River  and 
adjacent  canons,  on  Government  land.  High  mountains  rise 
on  both  sides,  and  mountain  streams  teeming  with  trout  pour 
into  the  Sevier  River  at  frequent  intervals.  Country 
is  well  timbered.  Marysvale  supports  several  good 
stores  and  hotels.  Panguitch,  at  a  distance  of  sixty-five  miles, 
south  of  Marysvale.  furnishes  good  fishing,  and  is  situated 
in  a  canon  with  good  camping  grounds  all  around  on  public 
land.  Panguitch  nearest  postoffice  and  supply  point,  four- 
teen miles  from  lake.  Several  good  stores  and  hotels.  Some 
of  the  best  fishing  in  the  state  is  no  doubt  found  there,  as 
much  as  600  pounds  of  trout  having  often  been  shipped  at 
one  time.  Good  hunting  in  the  surrounding  country,  close 
to  station — bear,  deer,  mountain  lions,  rabbits,  grouse  and  a 
few  quail. 

CASTILLA  SPRINGS 

(680  Miles  from  Denver.      Elevation,   4912  Feet.) 
These   hot    springs    are    fast   becoming   famous    for   their 
medicinal  qualities.     Good  camp  grounds  in  the  vicinity,  well 
appointed  hotel,  and  excellent  fishing.     Supplies  obtainable  at 
Springville  and  Castilla. 

SPRINGVILLE 

(691  Miles  from  Denver.  Elevation,  4555  Feet.) 
Good  camping  grounds  at  Kelley's,  nine  miles  distant. 
Grounds  private,  but  free.  Some  parties  take  their  own  tents, 
and  others  board  at  Kelley's.  Good  trout  fishing  in  Hobble 
Creek,  close  by  grounds.  Timber  land,  mountain  scenery. 
Nearest  postoffice  and  supply  point,  Springville. 


CAMPING  IN  THE  ROCKIES. 


SPANISH    FORK 

(69s    Miles   from  Denver.      Elevation,   4558   Feet.) 
On  the  Tintic  Branch  of  the  Denver  &  Rio  Grande  from 
Springville. 

i  A  number  of  good  camping  grounds  along  the  shores  of 
Utah  Lake,  three  to  six  miles  from  the  station ;  good  fishing 
in  the  lake,  and  many  wild  ducks  in  the  open  season.  Sup- 
plies and  livery  to  be  secured  at  Spanish  Fork,  which  is  also 
nearest  postoffice. 

PAYSON 

(702   Miles  from  Denver.     Elevation,  4610   Feet.) 
On  the  Tintic  Branch  of  the  Denver  &  Rio  Grande  from 
Springville, 

'1  he  shores  of  Utah  Lake,  ten  miles  distant,  afford  many 
delightful  camp  grounds.  Good  fishing,  and  duck  shooting 
in  open  season.     Postoffice,  livery  and  supplies  at  Payson. 


Provo  Cafion,  Utah 

PROVO 

(696  Miles   from   Denver.      Elevation,   4512   Feet.) 

Excellent  private  camping  grounds  can  be  had  at  Upper 
Falls  resort  and  at  Forks,  located  on  the  Provo  Canon  Branch 
of  the  Denver  &  Rio  Grande,  eleven  and  twelve  miles  respec- 
tively from  Provo,  which  is  the  nearest  postoffice.  Good  tents 
are  furnished  at  a  rental  of  from  $1.50  to  $2.50  per  week. 
These  grounds  are  on  Provo  River,  in  the  heart  of  the  canon, 
where  fine  fishing  for  mountain  trout  and  black  bass  can  be 
had.     Chicken  hunting  is  also  a  feature  of  the  canon. 

CHARLESTON 

(718   Miles   from   Denver.      Elevatieti,   543°  Feet.) 

On  the  Provo  Canon  Branch  of  the  Denver  &  Rio  Gf-ande* 
R.  R.  from  Provo. 


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Good  camping  grounds  on  private  lands  at  nominal 
rental,  along  the  Provo  River.  Good  fishing  in  streams, 
shady  camp  grounds  and  delightful  scenery  and  climate.  Post- 
office,  livery  and  supplies  at  Charleston.  Strawberry  Valley, 
described  under  Heber,  is  also  accessible  from  Charleston. 

HEBER 

{722  Miles  from  Denver.     Elevation,   5559    Feet.) 

On  the  Provo  Canon  Branch  of  the  Denver  &  Rio  Grande 
R.  R.  from   Provo. 

There  are  numerous  places  in  Provo  Canon  which 
offer  tempting  invitations  to  parties  desiring  to  camp  out, 
chief  among  these  being  Spring  Dell  and  Upper  Falls,  at 
both  of  which  places  hotel  accommodations  may  be  secured. 
There  are  also  tents  for  rent  to  parties  who  wish  to  avail 
themselves  of  the  same,  a  nominal  rate  being  charged.  There 
is  excellent  trout  fishing  in  the  stream  which  runs  through 
the  canon,  and  grouse  and  small  game  upon  the  hills.  In  the 
immediate  vicinity  of  Heber  are  the  Hot  Pots  at  Midway, 
about  three  miles  from  the  Heber  depot.  About  one  mile 
beyond  the  Hot  Pots  is  Hoover's  Grove,  which  is  quite  pop- 
ular as  a  camping  ground.  But  by  far  the  most  popular  camp- 
ing place  is  Strawberry  Valley,  about  twenty-five  miles  dis- 
tant, and  easily  reached  by  wagon.  Here  all  kinds  of  game, 
both  large  and  small,  and  the  finest  specimens  of  brook  trout, 
are  to  be  found  in  abundance.  There  are  several  hotels,  at 
which  excellent  accommodations  may  be  had.  A  good  livery 
stable,  fully  equipped,  is  ready  at  all  times  to  supply  the 
needs   of   campers   at   a   moderate    charge. 

GENEVA 

(70s    Miles  from  Denver.      Elevation,  4502   Feet.) 

Resort  located  on  the  shores  of  Utah  Lake,  which  is 
twenty  miles  in  length  and  twelve  miles  wide,  in  the  heart 
of  Utah  Valley,  at  the  foot  of  the  Wasatch  Mountains.  Hotel 
accommodations.  Good  camping  grounds  at  small  rental.  Fine 
bass  and  trout  fishing.    Lake  boating. 

AMERICAN    FORK 

(709   Miles   from  Denver.      Elevation,  4563   Feet.) 

Good  camping  grounds  on  shore  of  Utah  Lake,  one  and 
one-half  miles  from  station,  also  in  American  Fork  Canon, 
seven  to  twenty  miles.  Both  reached  by  private  conveyance. 
Free  private  camping  grounds  at  lake-  Public  grounds  in 
canon.  Grouse  and  pine  hens  in  canons.  Catfish,  bass,  trout 
and  suckers  in  Utah  Lake.  Artesian  water  on  lake  shore. 
American  Fork  Canon,  celebrated  for  its  varied  and  beautiful 
scenery.  Fine  springs  and  clear  cold  running  water  in  canon. 
American  Fork  Lake  resort  one  and  one-half  miles  from  sta- 
tion. Open  during  summer  season.  Above  point  also  reached 
from  Lehi. 

MIDVALE 

(730   Miles  from  Denver.     Elevation,   4365    Feet.) 

Private  camping  grounds  and  summer  resort  at  Wasatch, 
eleven  miles   east  of  Midvale,  in  Little   Cottonwood  Canon, 


CAMPING  IN  THE  ROCKIES. 


Wasatch  Range  of  mountains.  Reached  by  team  from  Mid- 
vale,  or  by  team  to  Sandy  and  by  horsecar  from  Sandy  to 
Wasatch.  Number  of  good  cottages,  rent  $2  to  $5  per  week. 
Fine  trout  fishing. 

MURRAY 

(734   Miles   from   Denver.      Elevation,  4310   Feet.) 

Nearest  camping  ground  is  six  miles  from  station  in  Big 
Cottonwood  Canon,  reached  by  stage  every  day  during  sea- 
son. Grounds  public;  some  private  grounds  cost  $1  per 
week  for  camping  privilege.  About  twelve  miles  from  mouth 
of  canon  is  Brighton,  a  summer  resort,  with  cottages  and 
tents  to  rent.  Has  hotel  and  store  during  season,  and  is  a 
very  desirable  place  to  camp.  Trout  fishing  very  good  in 
Big  Cottonwood  Creek.  Postoffice  and  supply  point, 
Brighton. 


Lake  Blanche,  Cottonwood  Canon,  Utah 

SALT    LAKE    CITY 

(741    Miles   from   Denver.      Elevation,  4225   Feet.) 

"Camping  out"  is  a  favorite  summer  diversion  of  resi- 
dents of  and  visitors  to  Salt  Lake  City.  There  are  so  many 
ideal  camping-out  places,  distant  from  12  to  100  miles, 
that  it  is  hard  to  particularize.  It  might  be  said  with 
accuracy  that  camping  is  found  highly  enjoyable  all  about 
the  "City  of  the  Saints."  The  City  Creek  Canon,  which 
is  reached  in  a  few  minutes'  walk  from  Temple  Square, 
gradually  widens  out  as  it  reaches  the  summit  of  the  hills 
many  miles  away,  affording  innumerable  camping  grounds 
amid  the  shade  of  the  cottonwood  and  other  trees  and 
shrubs  that  line  the  banks  of  the  little  stream.  Emigration 
Canon,  reached  by  electric  cars  from  Main  Street  direct  to 
the  summit  of  the  Wasatch  Range,  from  which  point  a  magni- 


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ficent  panoramic  view  of  mountain  ranges  and  valleys  for  a 
hundred  miles  in  all  directions  is  obtainable.  Eight  miles 
distant  from  the  heart  of  the  city,  begins  the  favorite  canon 
known  as  "Parley's,"  through  which  winds  a  branch  line 
of  the  Rio  Grande  road,  always  keeping  company  with  the 
little  mountain  stream  that  dashes  over  the  precipice  to  the 
power  house  and  reservoirs  below.  In  this  canon  are  several 
popular  resorts,  the  principal  of  which  are  Pharaoh's  Glen, 
Mountair  and  Felt's  Resort,  all  of  which  offer  particular  ad- 
vantage to  campers,  having  supplies  always  on  hand.  The 
railroad  affords  additional  attractions  in  that  you  can  board  a 
train  and  reach  Salt  Lake  City  or  the  opposite  terminus,  Park 
City,  in  an  hour's  time.  Those  who  prefer  not  to  bring  their 
own  camping  outfits  may  rent  tents  or  cabins,  with  or  with- 
out board,  at  from  $8  to  $15  a  week.  Parley's  Canon  presents 
a  succession  of  shady  places  suitable  for  camping  along  its 
entire  length,  with  the  novelty  of  good  trout  fishing  and 
hunting,  as  well  as  mountain  climbing,  in  the  immediate 
vicinity.  No  place  in  Utah  is  more  attractive  nor  the  en- 
vironment more  beautiful  than  Parley's  Canon.  The  Little 
and  Big  Cottonwood  Canons,  reached  by  team  from  the  city, 
lead  through  countless  groves  of  cottonwood  trees  to  "Brigh- 
ton's," or  the  "Summit."  In  the  vicinity  of  Brighton,  twenty- 
five  miles  from  Salt  Lake  City,  and  along  the  shores  of  Lake 
Mary,  Lake  Blanche  or  Silver  Lake,  Nature  has  fashioned 
the  contour  of  the  country  as  if  with  special  aptitude  to  the 
wants  of  campers.  Here  are  fishing,  boating,  hunting  and 
mountain  climbing  at  an  altitude  of  7,000  to  9,000  feet,  where 
the  days  are  always  bright  and  warm  and  the  nights  so  cool 
that  blankets  and  comforts  are  brought  into  requisition.  Salt 
Lake  City  is  the  natural  outfitting  point  for  most  of  the 
trips  mentioned  in  Utah,  and  as  all  tourists  would  naturally 
want  to  see  the  attractions  of  this  quaint  and  picturesque 
city  of  the  Mormons,  it  is  well  to  purchase  your  ticket  to 
that  point  and  make  your   diverging  trip  therefrom. 

OGDEN 

(778  Miles  from  Denver.     Elevation,  4293   Feet.) 

Many  good  camping  grounds  in  this  locality.  Good  tim- 
ber and  plenty  of  fishing.  Easy  of  access,  reached  by  team. 
Almost  all  of  them  are  public.  Among  the  most  accessible 
are  Wilson's  Grove,  eight  and  one-half  miles  from  depot; 
and  The  Hermitage,  six  and  one-half  miles,  reached  by  fine 
road  and  by  electric  line.  Ample  grounds  for  camping  along 
Ogden  River,  where  there  is  fine  trout  fishing.  Rustic  hotels 
in  both  groves.  Malan's  Heights,  eight  miles  from  depot  and 
4,000  feet  above  the  city,  is  reached  by  private  hack.  Hotel 
is  located  in  a  fine  grove.  Plenty  of  shade  and  splendid 
water.  Fine  scenery,  mountains  of  Nevada  being  plainly 
seen,  as  well  as  Garfield  and  Saltair  Beaches.  Fine  chicken 
shooting  and  best  of  trout  fishing.  Plenty  of  timber  for  camp- 
ing ground  on  different  forks  of  the  Ogden  River.  Hot 
Springs  Hotel,  at  Hot  Springs,  Utah,  twelve  miles  from 
Ogden,  on  Ogden  &  Hot  Springs  Railway,  is  a  first-class 
resort.  Hot  Springs  Sanitarium  at  mouth  of  Ogden  Canon, 
reached  by  electric  lines. 


Vacation  Estimates 

It  is  not  to  be  expected  that  all  tourists  will  care  to 
spend  their  entire  outing  in  camp,  and  for  the  purpose  there- 
fore of  giving  the  vacation-seeker  some  idea  as  to  the  cost  of 
various  sight-seeing  tours  a  few  "Estimates"  have  been  care- 
fully prepared,  showing  approximately  the  railroad  fares, 
hotel  bills  and  incidental  expenses. 

The  estimates  shown  herein  under  "No.  i"  include  room 
and  board  at  the  higher-priced  hotels,  also  somewhat  more  ex- 
pensive carriage  drives,  i.  e.,  for  more  elaborate  turnouts, 
smaller  parties,  or  greater  distances.  Under  "No.  2"  the  es- 
timates are  based  on  prices  at  less  expensive  hotels  where  sat- 
isfactory accommodations  can  be  secured.  It  should  be  under- 
stood that  all  figures  excepting  railroad  fares  are  approximate, 
although  in  no  case  will  the  cost  vary  greatly  from  the 
amount  shown. 

The  railroad  fares  given  are  special  rates  in  effect  daily 
throughout  the  season.  May  15th  to  October  31st.  It  should 
be  remembered,  however,  that  at  frequent  intervals  still  lower 
rates  are  made  on  account  of  conventions,  excursions,  etc., 
of  which  you  can  take  advantage  and  thus  materially  reduce 
your  expenses.  Some  of  the  special  dates  which  have  already 
been  arranged  are  shown  on  page  48  of  this  publication. 

Trips  to  Mountain  Resorts 

For  Healtn  ana  Pleasure   Seekers 

In  the  following  estimates  seven  days  is  the  length  of 
time  figured  at  each  hotel,  as  it  is  presumed  that  those  who 
are  simply  in  search  of  rest  or  health  will  wish  to  spend  at 
least  that  period  at  one  resort.  If,  however,  a  shorter  or 
longer  stay  is  anticipated,  it  will  be  an  easy  matter  to  reduce 
or  increase  the  estimate  accordingly.  Very  often,  of  course, 
considerable  reduction  in  the  hotel  rate  can  be  secured  for  a 
longer  period. 

PALMER  LAKE  AND  GLEN  PARK. 

Palmer  Lake  is  52  miles  from  Denver  on  the  exact  sum- 
mit of  the  Divide,    (altitude   7,237   feet).     It  is   just  at  the 


VACATION  ESTIMATES.  45 


foot  of  the  mountains,  into  which  most  enjoyable  excursions 
may  be  made  riding,  driving  or  on  foot.  Glen  Park,  where 
Colorado's  Chautauqua  is  held  every  summer,  adjoins  Palmer 
Lake  on  the  south.  There  are  also  excellent  golf  Hnks  in  the 
vicinity.  En  route  from  Denver,  Larkspur  is  passed,  from 
which  point  a  delightful   drive  can  be  made  to   Perry  Park. 

ESTIMATES. 

No.  I  No.  2 
One  Ticket,   Denver  to   Palmer     Lake    and  re- 
turn,  good  ten   days $  2.80  $  2.80 

Hotel,   seven   days    12.00  7.00 

Carriage    drive    2.00  .... 

Total $16.80  $  9.80 

Round    trip    rate    from    Colorado    Springs,    $1.30;     from 
Pueblo,   $.3.70. 

PINE  CREST 

Pine  Crest  is  a  delightful  resort  adjoining  Palmer  Lake 
on  the  south,  recently  established  for  the  benefit  of  those  who 
desire  to  purchase  or  rent  cottages,  of  which  thirty  have 
been  built,  with  modern  conveniences.  A  boarding-house 
will  provide  meals  for  those  who  do  not  care  to  do  their 
own  cooking.  Dancing  pavilion,  modern  steam-heated  swim- 
ming pool,  golf  links,  tennis  courts,  etc. 

ESTIMATES. 

No.  I       No.  2 
One    Ticket,    Denver    to    Palmer    Lake    and    re- 
turn,   good    ten    days     $  2.80     $  2.80 

Hotel,     seven     days     12.00        10.00 

Carriage    Drive     2.00 

Total .$16.80     $12.80 

Round   trip    rate  'from     Colorado     Springs,     $1.30;     from 
Pueblo,   $3.70. 

COLORADO    SPRINGS    AND    MAN ITOU— PIKE'S    PEAK 
REGION. 

These  popular  resorts  are  so  close  to  each  other,  both  as 
to  distance  and  interest,  that  we  include  them  under  the 
same  heading.  Colorado  Springs  is  75  miles  from  Denver, 
while  Manitou  is  5  miles  farther  west  at  the  foot  of  Pike's 
Peak.  The  two  points  are  connected  by  a  branch  of  the 
Denver  &  Rio  Grande  Railroad  and  by  an  electric  street-car 
line.  Among  the  many  sight  places  in  the  vicinity  are  the 
Garden  of  the  Gods,  Glen  Eyrie,  Williams  Canon,  Cave  of  the 
Winds,  Monument  Park,  Pikes  Peak  Trail  and  Summit,  Ute 
Pass  and  Rainbow  Falls,  Manitou,  Grand  Caverns,  Cheyenne 
Canon  and  Seven  Falls,  while  the  iron  and  soda  springs  at 
Manitou  constantly  afford  refreshment  for  the  tourist.  Lov- 
ers of  golf  will  find  first-class  links  at  Colorado  Springs. 
The  trip  from  Manitou  to  the  summit  of  Pikes  Peak  over  the 
famous  cog  road  can  be  made  at  a  cost  of  $5. 

ESTIMATES. 

No.  1       No.  2 

One  Ticket,  Denver  to  Colorado  Springs  and 
return,  good  ten  days  (Manitou  20c 
higher)      $  4.05     $  4.05 

Hotel,    seven   days    21.00        14.00 

Carriage   Drives    4.00         2.00 

Total     $29.05     $20.05 

Rate  from   Pueblo  to   Colorado   Springs,    $2.45;    (Manitou 

20c  higher.) 


46  VACATION  ESTIMATES. 


CANON  CITY  AND  THE  ROYAL  GORGE. 

The  Royal  Gorge — the  Grand  Canon  of  the  Arkansas, 
165  miles  from  Denver — is  the  most  remarkable  chasm 
in  the  world  through  which  a  railroad  passes.  Like 
Niagara  Falls,  the  Yellowstone  National  Park  and  the  Nat- 
ural Bridges  of  Utah,  the  Royal  Gorge  is  one  of  Nature's  mas- 
terpieces, and  its  grandeur  has  been  heralded  in  all  parts  of 
the  world.  A  few  minutes'  ride  beyond  the  peaceful  town  of 
Canon  City,  the  train  enters  the  portals  of  the  Grand  Canon 
of  the  Arkansas,  whose  walls  narrow  rapidly  until  at  the 
Hanging  Bridge  they  are  only  thirty  feet  apart  and  rise  per- 
pendicularly for  over  half  a  mile.  Words  cannot  depict  the 
grandeur  of  this  eight-mile  ride  through  the  Canon  of  the 
Arkansas.  When  first  examined  it  seemed  impossible  that  a 
railroad  could  be  constructed  through  this  stupendous  canon. 
There  was  scarcely  room  for  the  river  alone,  and  granite 
ledges  blocked  the  path  with  their  mighty  bulk.  But  the  en- 
ergy of  man  in  time  conquered,  the  obstructions  were  blasted 
away  and  the  roadbed,  closely  following  the  contour  of  the 
cliffs,  was  made,  and  today  the  canon  is  a  thoroughfare  and 
a  world-wide  wonder  for  thousands  of  transcontinental  trav- 
elers. The  top  of  the  Gorge  (2,627  feet  straight  above  the 
track  and  river  bed)  can  easily  be  reached  by  wagon  or  auto 
from  Canon  City  by  way  of  the  famous  Sky  Line  Drive. 
En  route  from  Denver  you  pass  Palmer  Lake  at 
the  summit  of  the  Divide,  Colorado  Springs  and  Mani- 
itou  at  the  foot  of  Pikes  Peak,  with  their  many  at- 
tractions, and  Pueblo  with  its  great  smelters  and  steel  works. 
Stop-overs  are  allowed  at  Canon  City  within  transit  limit  on 
all  Colorado  tourist,  Utah  and  Pacific  Coast  tickets. 

ESTIMATES. 

No.  I      No.  i 
One     Ticket,      Denver     to       Parkdale       (Royal 

Gorge)   and   return  good  30   days    $  9.60     $  9.60 

Hotel   at    Canon    City,    seven    days 18.00       10.50 

Total     $27.60     $20. 1  o 

Round  trip  rate  from  Colorado  Springs,  $6.70;  Saturday 
or  Sunday  to  Monday,  $4.20.  From  Pueblo,  $4.45;  Sunday 
only,  $1.50;  Saturday  or  Sunday  to  Monday,  $2.45. 

BUENA  VISTA  HOT  SPRINGS. 

This  resort  is  located  245  miles  from  Denver,  near  the 
Collegiate  Peaks,  Mounts  Princeton,  Yale  and  Harvard.  The 
springs  are  in  the  romantic  Cottonwood  Canon  and  have  a 
temperature  of  from  120  to  140  degrees  F.  The  water  pos- 
sesses great  curative  properties,  and  ample  bathing  facilities 
are  afforded.  Within  easy  access  is  Cottonwood  Lake,  well 
stocked  with  mountain  trout,  forming  a  great  attraction  for 
the  angling  vacation-seeker.  These  hot  springs  are  located 
five  miles  from  the  town  of  Buena  Vista.  En  route  from 
Denver  you  will  pass  Palmer  Lake,  Colorado  Springs  and 
Manitou,  Pikes  Peak,  Pueblo,  Royal  Gorge  in  the  Grand 
Canon  of  the  Arkansas,  Brown's  Canon  and  the  Collegiate 
Peaks.  The  trip  may  be  varied,  either  going  or  returning, 
by  stopping  oflf  at  Salida  and  making  the  one-day  trip  to  Mar- 
shall Pass  and  return. 


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ESTIMATES. 

No.  I  No.  2 
One    Ticket,    Denver,    Colorado    Springs,    Man- 
itou  or  Pueblo  to  Buena  Vista  and  return, 

good   30   days,   allowing  stopovers $  9.60  $  9.60 

Hotel,   seven    days    10.00  10.00 

Carriage   Drives    3.00  2.00 

Bathing      2.00  2.00 

Total     $24.60  $23.60 

LEADVILLE. 

Leadville,  the  highest  city  in  the  world  (altitude,  10,200 
feet),  is  275  miles  from  Denver,  in  the  center  of  the  great 
gold  and  silver  mining  district  which  became  famous  in  the 
late  seventies.  On  account  of  its  lofty  position  and  the  famous 
mines  which  are  so  easily  accessible,  the  city  is  of  extraor- 
dinary interest  to  the  tourist,  and  for  the  sportsman  it  is  a 
most  convenient  outfitting  point  for  the  fishing  grounds  along 
the  Eagle  River  and  at  Twin  Lakes,  both  of  which  Jocalities 
are  well  stocked  with  mountain  trout.  On  the  way  from  Den- 
ver to  Leadville  the  following  points  of  interest  will  be 
passed,  and  you  are  at  liberty  to  use  your  pleasure  as  to  stop- 
overs: Palmer  Lake  and  the  Glen  Park  Chautauqua,  Colo- 
rado Springs,  with  Manitou  and  Pikes  Peak  nearby,  the  cities 
of  Pueblo,  Florence  and  Canon  City,  the  famous  Royal  Gorge 
in  the  Grand  Canon  the  Arkansas,  Salida  (from  which  point 
a  one-day  side  trip  may  be  made  up  Marshall  Pass,  if  de- 
sired).  Brown's   Canon   and  the  Collegiate   Peaks. 

ESTIMATES. 

No.  I       No.  2 
One     Ticket,      Denver,      Colorado      Springs     or 
Pueblo    to    Leadville    and    return,    good    30 

days,    allowing    stop-ovevs    $12.80     $12.80 

Hotel,    seven    days    21.00  7.00 

Carriage    Drive     4.00         2.00 

Total    $37.80     $21.80 

GLENWOOD  SPRINGS. 

As  a  health  and  pleasure  resort,  Glcnwood  Springs  is  al- 
most unrivalled.  It  is  a  beautiful  spot  located  360  miles  from 
Denver,  and  has  attained  wide  fame  both  for  its  marvelous 
hot  springs  and  for  its  magnificent  Hotel  Colorado,  'i'lie 
spacious  bathhouse  and  vapor  caves  afford  ample  facilities  for 
the  treatment  of  the  afflicted,  while  the  great  open-air  bathing 
pool  is  a  source  of  delight  to  every  one  during  both  summer 
and  winter.  Glenwood  Springs  is  most  picturesquely  located 
and  beautiful  drives  may  be  taken  into  the  Grand  River 
Canon  and  to  various  other  mountain  sight  places.  This  is 
the  point  from  which  ex-President  Roosevelt  made  his  vaca- 
tion trips  into  the  big  game  country.  The  angler  will  find 
Glenwood  Springs  most  conveniently  located  for  fishing  trips 
to  the  streams  in  the  vicinity,  where  excellent  trout  fishing 
\yill  always  be  found  in  season.  The  golfer  will  find  first-class 
links  at  Glenwood. 

Hanging  Lake,  near  the  Grand  River  Canon,  ten  miles 
east  of  this  resort,  is  one  of  Nature's  wonders  recently  dis- 
covered. It  lies  high  up  in  an  overhanging  basin  formed  ages 
ago  by  a  gradual  deposit  of  lime  from  the  mountain  stream. 
Luxuriant  pines,  ferns  and  moss  combine  with  the  lake  and 
falls  to  form  one  of  the  most  beautiful  spots  in  the  Rockies. 


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VACATION  ESTIMATES. 


En  route  from  Denver  to  Glenwood  Springs  the  traveler 
passes  Palmer  Lake  at  the  Summit  of  the  Divide,  Colorado 
Springs  and  Manitou  at  the  foot  of  Pikes  Peak,  with  their 
many  surrounding  attractions,  Pneblo  with  its  great  smelters 
and  steel  works.  Canon  City  with  the  State  Penitentiary, 
Royal  Gorge  and  the  Grand  Canon  of  the  Arkansas,  Lead- 
ville,  the  highest  city  in  the  world,  Tennessee  Pass  and  the 
canons  of  the  Eagle  and  Grand  rivers. 


Seventeen  Pounds  of  Trout  Caught  in  One  Hours  Time,  near,;Cimarron, 
iilack  Cafion 

ESTIMATES.  No.  i      No.  2 

One    Ticket,    Denver,    Colorado     Springs,     Man- 
itou   or    Pueblo    to    Glenwood    Springs    and 

return,   good   60   days,   allowing   stop-overs. $15.00  $15.00 

Hotel,    seven   days    28.00  14.00 

Carriage   Drives    4-oo  2.00 

Bathing     3.00  3.00 

Total     $50.00  $34-00 

Week  end  tickets,  good  10  days,  on  sale  Fridays  and  Sat- 
urdays,  $10.00. 


VACATION  ESTIMATES. 


GUNNISON. 

Gunnison,  situated  288  miles  from  Denver,  is  a  most  de- 
sirable resort  point  and  is  particularly  attractive  to  the  fish- 
erman. It  is  located  on  the  Gunnison  River,  famous  for  the 
great  trout  catches  made  every  season  by  the  devotees  of 
the  rod  and  line.  Excellent  hotel  accommodations  are  af- 
forded for  those  who  desire  to  remain  in  town  and  take  oc- 
casional fishing  and  pleasure  trips  into  the  surrounding  coun- 
try, while  the  sportsman  who  wishes  to  follow  his  pastime 
more  strenuously  can  obtain  suitable  camping  outfit  in  Gun- 
nison at  a  reasonable  prire.  The  well  known  fishing  points  of 
Almont,  Parlin,  Cebolla,  Hierro,  lola,  Kezar,  Sapinero  and 
Cimarron  are  all  in  this  vicinity  and  may  be  easily  reached. 


A  Good  Day's  Spoil 

On  the  way  to  Gunnison  you  will  pass  the  following 
points  of  interest :  Palmer  Lake,  Colorado  Springs,  with 
Manitou  and  the  Pikes  Peak  region  close  by,  Pueblo,  Flor- 
ence, Canon  City,  Royal  Gorge  and  the  Grand  Canon  of  the 
Arkansas,   Salida  and  the  famous  Marshall   Pass. 

ESTIMATES. 

No.  I       No.  2 
One     Ticket,      Denver,      Colorado      Springs     or 

Pueblo    to    Gunnison    and    return,    good    30 

days,    allowing    stop-overs    $14.30     $14.30 

Pullman      and      Parlor      Car      Accommodations, 

round   trip    4.50         4.50 

Hotel,   seven    days    15.00        10.00 

Carriage    Drives     4.00         2.00 

Total     .$37.80     $30.80 

OURAY. 

Set  in  a  great  amphitheater,  from  which  there  are  but 
two  outlets,  is  Ouray,  the  famous  resort  of  southwestern  Colo- 
rado. It  is  situated  387  miles  from  Denver  on  the  narrow 
gauge  line,  being  reached  via  the  Marshall  Pass  route.  For 
picturesque  location  Ouray  surpasses  all  other  towns  in  the 
Rocky  Mountains,  while  its  hot  springs  have  gained  fame  for 
their  remarkable  curative  properties. 

Among  the  carriage  drives  the  visitor  should  not  fail  to 
take  the  trip  over  the  famous  Circle  Route  Stage  Line  from 
Ouray  to  Red  Mountain,  which  comprises  twelve  miles  of  the 


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VACATION  ESTIMATES. 


grandest  mountain  scenery  in  the  world.  Box  Canon  is  also 
one  of  Ouray's  attractions  and  is  within  easy  walking  distance 
of  the  hotel. 

On  the  way  to  Ouray  the  traveler  passes  some  of  the 
most  magnificent  scenic  wonders  of  all  those  afforded  by  the 
Denver  &  Rio  Grande  Railroad,  including  Pikes  Peak,  Royal 
Gorge  in  the  Grand  Canon  of  the  Arkansas,  the  far-famed 
Marshall  Pass,  the  Black  Canon  of  the  Gunnison  and  the  re- 
markable Curecanti  Needle,  besides  traversing  the  great  fruit 
districts  near  Canon  City  and  Montrose  and  in  the  Uncom- 
pahgre  Valley. 

ESTIMATES. 

No.  I       No.  2 
One      ticket,       Denver,      Colorado     ,  Springs       or 
Pueblo  to  Ouray  and  return,  good  30  days, 

allowing   stop-overs    $23.70     $23.70 

Pullman     and      Parlor      Car      Accommodations, 

round   trip  5.00         5.50 

Hotel,    seven    davs    21.00         9.00 

Stage  and  Carriage  Drives   6.00         4.00 

Total $56.20     $42.20 

WAGON    WHEEL  GAP. 

Wagon  Wheel  Gap  is  located  312  miles  from  Denver  on 
ihe  Rio  Grande,  the  best  trout  stream  in  Southern  Colorado- 


A  Camp  at  Wagon  Wheel  Gap 

It  is  attractively  situated  and  has  become  a  favorite  health 
and  pleasure  resort,  possessing  excellent  mineral  hot  springs, 
which  are  noted  for  their  curative  properties.  The  recently 
established  Wheeler  National  Monument  Park,  with  its  won- 
derful sandstone  formations,  is  easily  reached  from  Wagon 
Wheel  Gap,  being  twelve  miles  distant.  In  addition  to 
the  carriage  drives  in  the  immediate  vicinity,  various  side 
trips  on  the  railroad  may  be  made  to  Del  Norte,  Monte  Vista, 
Creede  and  other  adjacent  points.  The  Hot  Springs  Hotel 
is  well  appointed  and  conducted,  while  the  spacious  bath 
house  is  provided  with  every  variety  of  baths,  including  two 


VACATION  ESTIMATES. 


large  swimming  reservoirs.  Wagon  Wheel  Gap  is  visited  an- 
nually by  many  expert  anglers  from  the  East,  who  have  al- 
ways found  the  waters  of  the  Rio  Grande  abundantly  sup- 
plied with  the  gamey  mountain  trout. 

En  route  to  Wagon  Wheel  Gap  the  following  points  of 
interest  are  passed,  at  which  stop-overs  may  be  made  if  de- 
sired :  Palmer  Lake,  Colorado  Springs,  and  Manitou ;  Pikes 
Peak,  Pueblo,  La  Veta  Pass,  Spanish  Peaks,  Sierra  Blanca 
and  Alamosa,  the  metropolis  of  the  great  San  Luis  Valley. 

ESTIMATES. 

No.  1  No.  2 
One  Ticket,  Denver  to  Wagon  Wheel  Gap  and 

return,    good   30   days,   allowing  stop-overs. $19. 00  $19.00 
Pullman    Accommodations,    Denver   to    Alamosa 

and    return     4.00  4.00 

Hotel,   seven    days    16.00  16.00 

Carriage    drives    4.00  2.00 

Bathing    2.00  2.00 

Total     $45.00  $43.00 

Round  trip   rate  from    Colorado    Springs,   $15.75;  Pueblo 
$13.75- 

Week    end    tickets,    good    10    days,    on    sale    Fridays    and 

Saturdays:     From  Denver,  $12.70;   Colorado  Springs,,  $10.45; 
Pueblo,    $9.15. 

PAGOSA  SPRINGS. 

Pagosa  Springs  is  in  southwestern  Colorado,  421  miles 
from  Denver.  Its  elevation  is  7,108  feet.  The  town  is  pro- 
vided with  good  hotel  accommodations  and  bath  houses.  The 
waters  carry  a  very  high  degree  of  natural  heat  and  have 
some  remarkable  cures  to  their  credit.  The  beautiful  San 
Juan  River,  abounding  with  trout,  runs  through  the  village, 
making  it  an  ideal  resort  for  the  fisherman- 
En  route  from  Denver  to  Pagosa  Springs  the  tourist 
passes  Palmer  Lake,  at  the  summit  of  the  Divide,  Colorado 
Springs  and  Pikes  Peak,  with  Manitou  and  the  numerous 
other  attractions  adjacent  thereto,  Pueblo,  "the  Pittsburgh 
of  the  West,"  La  Veta  Pass  (9392  feet),  the  great  San  Luis 
Valley,  the  magnificent  Toltec  Gorge,  and  the  Jicarilla  Indian 
Reservation,  just  over  the  boundary  line  in  New  Mexico. 

ESTIMATES. 

No.  I       No.  2 
One   Ticket,   Denver,    Colorado    Springs   or   Pu- 
eblo   to    Pagosa    Springs    and    return,    good 

30    days,    allowing   stop-overs    $25.00     $25.00 

Hotel,   seven   days    12.00         8.00 

Hot    Springs    Baths    2.00         2.00 

Total     $39.00     $35.00 

SALT   LAKE  CITY. 

The  capital  of  Utah  is  one  of  the  most  remarkable  cities 
in  the  world,  partly  on  account  of  its  location  on  the 
margin  of  the  Great  Salt  Lake,  and  partly  because  of  its 
association  with  the  religious  sect  of  Brigham  Young,  whose 
Temple  and  Tabernacle  form  one  of  the  sights  of  the  city. 
There  are  many  other  points  of  interest,  and  whoever  decides 
upon  Salt  Lake  City  for  the  spending  of  his  vacation  need 
have  no  fear  of  regretting  his  choice. 

En  route  from  Denver  he  will  pass  Pikes  Peak,  Royal 
Gorge,  Grand  Canon  of  the  Arkansas,  and,  arriving  at  Salida, 


52  VACATION  ESTIMATES. 


will  have  the  choice  of  the  Denver  &  Rio  Grande's  two 
routes  through  the  mountains — one  via  Marshall  Pass  and 
the  Black  Canon  of  the  Gunnison,  and  the  other  via  Lead- 
ville,  Tennessee  Pass,  Eagle  River  Canon,  Grand  River 
Canon  and  Glenwood  Springs.  Of  course  one  of  these  lines 
should  be  taken  going  and  the  other  returning. 

ESTIMATES. 

No.  I  No.  2 
One  ticket,  Denver,  Colorado  Springs  or  Pueblo 

to    Salt    Lake    City    and    return,     good     to 

October    31,    allowing    stop-overs $27.50  $27.50 

Pullman     and      Parlor      Car      Accommodations, 

Denver  to  Salt  Lake  City  and  return 8.00  8.00 

Hotel,   seven   days    21.00  14.00 

Carriage   Drives    4.00  2.00 

Street    Car    Fare    2.00  i.oo 

Trip  to  Saltair  Beach  and  Bathing i.oo  i.oo 

Total     $63.50  $53.50 

Famous  Scenic  Trips 

For  Sigkt-Seers 

The  following  estimates  are  arranged  for  those  vacation 
seekers  who  do  not  desire  simply  to  go  to  one  point  and  re- 
main, but  who  wish  to  cover  the  ground  in  a  sight-seeing 
way,  with  occasional  short  stops  at  points  en  route.  The 
estimated  time  at  destination  is  therefore  made  as  short  as 
possible.  The  new  open  top  observation  cars  operated  on 
daylight  trains  through  the  Royal  Gorge,  Grand  Canon  of 
the  Arkansas,  Canon  of  the  Grand  River  and  Black  Canon  01 
the  Gunnison  furnish  ample  opportunity  for  viewing  the  mag- 
nificent scenery.  Dining  cars  (service  a  la  carte)  are  run  on 
all  through  standard  gauge  trains. 

DENVER  TO  GRAND  JUNCTION  AND  RETURN. 

On  this  popular  trip  you  pass  the  following  points :  Palmer 
Lake,  Colorado  Springs,  Manitou  and  Pikes  Peak,  with  their 
very  many  attractions,  Pueblo,  where  may  be  seen  the  great 
smelting  and  steel  works,  Florence,  the  oil  center  of  Colo- 
rado, Canon  City,  the  seat  of  the  Colorado  State  Penientiary, 
Royal  Gorge  in  the  Grand  Canon  of  the  Arkansas,  Marshall 
Pass  (altitude  10,846  feet),  Curecanti  Needle,  in  the  famous 
Black  Canon  of  the  Gunnison,  and  the  great  fruit  districts 
of  Montrose,  Delta  and  Grand  Junction.  At  Grand  Junction 
close  connection  is  made  for  the  return  trip  via  the  standard 
gauge  line  through  Glenwood  Springs,  where  at  least  one 
day's  stop-over  should  be  made.  On  leaving  Glenwood 
Springs  the  route  is  through  the  Canon  of  the  Grand  River, 
Eagle  River  Canon,  and  over  Tennessee  Pass,  returning  at 
Salida  to  the  line  on  which  the  going  trip  was  made  and  thus 
affording  another  opportunity  to  view  the  wonderful  Royal 
Gorge  on  the  return  to  Denver. 

This  trip  is  planned  to  leave  Denver  on  the  evening  train. 
Should  one  desire  to  leave  on  the  morning  train  and  lay  over 
night  at  Salida,  this  could  be  done  at  approximately  the  same 
expense  by  eliminating  the  Pullman  charge. 


VACATION  ESTIMATES.  53 


ESTIMATES. 

No.  I  No.  2 
One    Ticket,    Denver,    Colorado    Springs,    Man- 
itou  or   Pueblo   to   Grand  Junction  and  re- 
turn,   good    30    days,    allowing   stop-overs.  .$21.00  $21.00 
Pullman     and     Parlor      Car      Accommodations, 

Denver  to  Granc2  Junction    2.50  2.50 

Parlor     Observation     Car,     Glenwood    to     Den- 
ver           1 .00  1 .00 

Meals   en   route,   going   &.nd   returning 4.00  3.00 

Hotel   at   Glenwood,   one   day 5.00  2.50 

Bathing    at    Glenwood    i.oo v50 

Total $3450  $30.50 

DENVER  TO  SALT  LAKE  CITY  AND  RETURN. 

Up  to  Grand  Junction  this  trip  is  the  same  as  the  "Grand 
Junction"  trip  preceding,  and  to  that  point  the  foregoing  de- 
scription will  suffice.  Soon  after  leaving  Grand  Junction, 
Utah  is  reached.  The, first  locality  of  special  interest  is  the 
wonderful  Green  River  country,  which  has  lately  come  to  the 
front  as  a  great  fruit  raising  section.  Leaving  the  station  of 
Green  River  the  train  passes  the  high  Book  Clififs,  lying  to 
the  north  and  west.  Far  to  the  south  may  be  seen  the  out- 
lines of  the  strange  rock  formations  where  the  Green  River 
approaches  the  Grand  Canon  of  the  Colorado.  Following 
Price  River,  the  train  enters  the  canon  of  the  same  name  and 
soon  the  beautiful  Castle  Gate  bursts  into  view.  A  little  later 
the  older  settled  sections  of  Utah  begin  to  appear  and  there 
is  much  of  interest  all  the  way  on  to  Salt  Lake  City,  includ- 
ing the  fertile  Utah  Valley  and  Utah  Lake.  In  Salt  Lake 
City  the  visitor  should  spend  at  least  three  days,  and  a  still 
longer  period  can  be  utilized  to  advantage.  The  principal 
points  of  interest  are  those  in  connection  with  the  Mormon 
Church,  being  the  famous  Temple  and  Tabernacle,  the  Bee 
Hive  House  (formerly  the  home  of  Brigham  Young's  wives), 
the  Lion  House,  the  old  School  House,  Young's  grave,  etc., 
etc.  Fort  Douglas,  the  United  States  Military  Post,  is  lo- 
cated near  the  city.  -Of  course  at  least  one  trip  should  be 
made  to  Saltair  Beach  on  the  shores  of  the  great  salt  sea- 
From  Salt  Lake  City  many  beautiful  excursions  can  be  easily 
made  to  Park  City,  the  Hot  Pots,  Bingham  and  other  points 
of  interest  in  the  vicinity. 

ESTIMATES. 

No.  I       No.  2 
One    ticket,    Denver,    Colorado    Springs,    Man- 
itou  or   Pueblo   to    Salt   Lake   City  and   re- 
turn,   good    to    October   31,    allowing   stop- 
overs     $27.50     $27.50 

Pullman     and     Parlor      Car      Accommodations, 

Denver   to    Salt   Lake   City   and   return 8.00         8.00 

Meals   en   route,  going  and   returning 6.00         5.00 

Hotel  at   Salt   Lake   City,  one  day 3.00         2.00 

Hotel  at  Glenwood   Springs,  one  day 5.00         2.50 

Total     $49-50     $45-oo 

"AROUND  THE  CIRCLE" 

One  Thousnnd  Miles  Through  the  Rockies 

Years  ago  this  great  trip  was  planned  by  the  Denver  & 
Rio  Grande  Railroad  and  became  popular  at  once,  until  now 
the  name  is  familiar  throughout  the  country.    There  are  sev- 


54  VACATION  ESTIMATES. 


eral  ways  of  making  this  journey.  The  most  popular  trip  is 
from  Denver,  Colorado  Springs  or  Pueblo  via  the  Royal 
Gorge,  Salida,  Marshall  Pass,  Black  Canon,  Montrose,  Ridg- 
way,  Durango,  Toltec  Gorge.  Alamosa  and  La  Veta  Pass. 
And  in  this  route  there  are  two  variations,  viz.,  between 
Montrose  and  Durango.  If  the  "all  rail"  route  is  desired,  the 
trip  is  made  via  the  Rio  Grande  Southern  Railroad  from 
Ridgway  through  Telluride,  Rico  and  Mancos,  from  which 
point  the  Cliff  Dwellings  are  reached.  If  the  traveler  wishes 
to  use  the  stage  line,  he  should  take  the  Denver  &  Rio  Grande 
from  Montrose  to  Ouray,  the  Circle  Route  Stage  line  to  Red 
Mountain,  the  Silverton  Railroad  to  Silverton  and  the  Den- 
ver &  Rio  Grande  through  Las  Animas  Canon  to  Durango. 

ESTIMATES. 

No.  I       No.  2 
One    Ticket    from    Denver,     Colorado     Springs 
or    Pueblo    "Around   the    Circle,"    good   60 

days,  allowing  stop-overs    $28.00     $28.00 

Pullman    Accommodations,     Denver    to     Salida 

and    Alamosa   to    Denver    4.00         4.00 

Parlor    Car    Accommodations,    Salida    to    Mont- 
rose and  Durango  to   Alamosa    1.25         .... 

Hotel  at  Telluride   or  Ouray    3.00  1.50 

Hotel  at  Durango  or  Silverton   3.00         1.50 

Meals    en    route    3.00         3.00 

Total     $42-25     $38.00 

The  "Circle"  trip  can  also  be  made  via  Grand  Junction 
and  Glenwood,  in  lieu  of  Marshall  Pass  and  Black  Canon, 
at  an   additional  charge  of  $5.00. 

The  side  trip  from  Mancos  to  the  Cliff  Dwellings,  oc- 
cupying three  days,  may  be  made  at  an  additional  cost  of 
$15.00  for  one  person,  or  $12.50  each  for  two  or  more,  which 
price  includes  team,  guide,  meals  and  lodging. 

The  Aztec  Ruins  near  Aztec,  N.  M.,  may  be  visited  with 
a  one   day  side  trip   from   Durango,   at  a   cost  of  $2.20   for 
railroad  fare  and  approximately  $3.00  for  livery  hire. 

DENVER  TO  SANTA   FE. 

Santa  Fe,  the  capital  of  New  Mexico  and  the  oldest  city 
m  the  United  States,  is  406  miles  from  Denver  and  is  of 
great  interest  to  tourists  because  of  its  antiquities  and  its 
connection  with  the  early  history  of  the  country.  There  is 
evidence  that  this  locality  was  inhabited  as  far  back  as  1325, 
which  would  antedate  the  Pilgrim  Fathers  by  nearly  300 
years.  The  queer  streets,  the  low  adobe  houses,  the  historical 
buildings  and  the  Mexicans  themselves  serve  to  make  a  stay 
in  the  City  of  Holy  Faith,  a  most  interesting  and  enjoyable 
day  should  be  utilized  for  sight-seeing  in  Santa  Fe. 

En  route  from  Denver  you  will  pass  Palmer  Lake,  Colo- 
rado Springs,  Manitou  and  the  Pikes  Peak  region,  Pueblo. 
Walsenburg  and  the  surrounding  coal  mining  region,  La  Veta 
Pass,  Spanish  Peaks,  Sierra  Blanca,  Alamosa,  in  the  fertile 
San  Luis  Valley,  the  volcanic  formations  in  the  northern  part 
of  New  Mexico,  and  then  the  series  of  picturesque  Indian 
pueblos  to  be  seen  at  frequent  intervals  from  Embudo  to 
Santa  Fe,  among  them  being  San  Juan  with  its  two  churches 
and  gilded  statue  of  the  Virgin,  Santa  Clara  and  San  Ilde- 
fonso.  From  Servilleta,  a  side  trip  by  stage  may  be  made  to 
the  famous  Indian  pueblo  of  Taos,  twenty-five  miles  to  the 
east,  at  a  cost  of  $10.00  for  the  round  trip.  A  stop-over  at 
Espanola  will  afford  an  opportunity  to  visit  the  queer  Mexican 


VACATION  ESTIMATES. 


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town  of  Santa  Crnz,  with  its  ancient  church,  the  Pajarito 
Park,  and  the  CHff  and  Cave  DweUings,  all  easily  reached 
from  that  point. 

ESTIMATES. 

No.  I  No.  2 
One   Ticket,    Denver   to    Santa    Fe   and    return, 

good   .30    days,    allowing   stop-overs $27.05  $27.05 

Hotel   at  Espanola,   one  day    2.00  2.00 

Hotel   at   Santa    Fe,   one   day    3.00  2.00 

Carriage    Drive,    Espanola    to    near-by    points. .      i.oo  i.oo 

Carriage    Drive,    Santa    Fe    2.00  i.oo 

Meals,    en    route    3.00  3.00 

Total     $38-05  $36.05 

Round    trip    rate    from    Colorado    Springs,    $23.45;    from 
Pueblo,   $21.05. 

Trip  from  Espanola  to  Pajarito  Park  and  Cliff  Dwell- 
ings, including  guide,  team,  meals,  etc.,  $5.00  per  day.  Similar 
arrangements  may  also  be  made  at  Santa  Fe. 


Special  Excursion  Rates 

In  addition  to  the  special  rates  named  in  the  foregoing  estimates, 
which  are  in  effect  daily  throughout  the  season,  the  following  still  lower 
rates  will  be  made  on  special  dates,  viz:  June  14,  21,  28,  July  5,  12, 
19,   26,  August   2,   9,    16,   23,   30,    September   6,    13. 

^                                                  ^          -r^                    Colo.  Mani-           _     ,  , 

To                                              From  Denver       gpringj  tou             P"*^'*'" 

*Around    the    Circle    $20.90         $20.90  $21.00  $20.90 

*Around  the  Circle   (via  Grand 

Junction)     25.90           25.90  26.00  25.90 

Alamosa     9.65             7.45  7.55  6. 10 

Almont     9.50             9.50  9.60  9.50 

Aspen     10.00           10.00  10.00  10.00 

Aztec     21-35           19-15  19-25  17.80 

Buena     Vista     6.00             6.00  6.00  6.00 

tCanon    City     6.00             4.05  4.15  2.40 

Cimarron     (Black    Canon)     10.95            10.95  11.05  ^0.9$ 

fColorado     Springs     2.70            ....  ....  1.65 

JDenver     2.70  2.85  4.25 

Durango      19.60           17.40  17.50  16.05 

Farmington      22.05            19-85  ^9-95  18.50 

JFlorcnce  6.00             3.55  3.65  1.95 

Glenwood    Springs     10.00            10.00  10.00  10.00 

Grand   Junction    14.00           14.00  14.00  14.00 

Gunnison      8.95             8.95  9.05  8.95 

Lake   City    12.05           12.05  12.15  12.05 

Leadville     8.00             8.00  8.00  8.00 

JManitou     2.85             1.75 

Marshall    Pass     7.55             7.40  7.50  6.05 

Montrose     12.10           12.10  12.20  12.10 

Ogden     22.50           22.50  22.50  22.50 

Ouray      i3-9o            13-90  14.00  13.90 

Palmer    Lake    1.85               .85  .95  2.45 

Pagosa    Springs    18.10            15.90  16.00  14.55 

Parkdale    (Royal   Gorge)    6.00             4.55  4.65  2.95 

JPueblo     4.25             1.65  1.75             

Salida     6.00             6.00  6.00  5.40 

Salt    Lake    City    22.50           22.50  22.50  22.50 

Santa    Ft    15.80            13.60  13.70  12.25 

Silverton      20.90            19.65  19.75  18.30 

tTrinidad     8.65              6.00  6.10  4.40 

Wagon    Wheel    Gap    12.65           10.45  10.55  9'»o 

These  tickets  will  be  good  for  THIRTY  DAYS  from  date  of  sale, 
unless    otherwise   indicated.      Liberal    stop-over    privileges. 

•Holders  of  "Around  the  Circle,"  Utah,  Montana  and  Pacific  Coast 
tourist  tickets  are  entitled  to  side  trip  tickets  on  branch  lines  in  Colo- 
rado at  reduced  fares. 

JLimit  10  days;  stop-overs  permitted. 


INDEX 

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Page 

Almont    30 

Alamosa    23 

American    Fork 41 

Antonito    25 

Aspen    18 

Avon   16 

Aztec    26 

Berry's    Ranch 16 

Buena    Vista K 

Camping    Conveniences..  4 

Camping    Seasons 7 

Camping    Sites 5 

Camping    Suggestions....  7 

Camping   Supplies 6 

Canon   City 11 

Carbondale    17 

Castilla    Springs 39 

Castle    Rock 8 

Cebolla   31 

Cedar   Creek 33 

Chama 26 

Charleston    40 

Cimarron    33 

Cisco 36 

Colorado   City 10 

Colorado  Springs    9 

Colton    37 

Cotopaxi    12 

Creede    24 

Crested  Butte 31 

Crestone    13 

De  Beque    21 

Delta    33 

Dillon    14 

Dolores    36 

Doyle    27 

Durango    26 

Eagle 16 

Elsinore   39 

Emma    18 

Espanola    25 

Farmington    26 

Florence    11 

Game  Laws  of  Colorado.  57 

Game  Laws  of  Utah 57 

Garland    23 

Geneva   41 

Glen  Park 8 

Glenwood   Springs 17 

Grand  Junction 21 

Graneros     21 

Green   River 36 

Gunnison    30 

Gypsum    17 

Heber    41 

Howard 12 

Hotchkiss     34 

lola    31 

Jack's   Cabin    30 

La  Jara    25 

Lake  City 32 

Larkspur    8 

VACATION 

Page 

Around  the  Circle 53 

Buena  Vista  Hot  Springs  46 

Canon  City,   Royal   Gorge  46 

Colo.  Spgs.  and  Manitou.  45 

Denver  to  Gd.   Jet.  &  Ret  52 

Denver   to  St.   Lk.  &  Ret.  53 

Denver  to   Santa   Fe 54 

Famous    Scenic   Trips....  52 

Glenwood    Springs 47 

Gunnison   49 


Page 

La  Veta    22 

Leadville    14 

Mancos     36 

Manitou    11 

Manti    38 

Marysvale    39 

Meeker    19 

Midvale 41 

Minturn    15 

Moffat    13 

Montrose    33 

Monument    9 

Mt.   Pleasant   38 

Murray    42 

New  Castle    19 

Ogden     43 

Ophir    35 

Osier 26 

Ouray     33 

Out-Door  Life    3 

Pagosa    Springs    26 

Palmer  Lake   8 

Pando     14 

Paonia 34 

Parkdale    12 

Parlin   27 

Payson    40 

Pine  Crest    9 

Placerville    34 

Price   37 

Provo    40 

Pueblo    11 

Red  Cliff    15 

Representatives  Passen- 
ger Department    2 

Rico    35 

Richfield    39 

Ridgway    33 

Rifle 19 

Salida   13 

Salt  Lake  City 42 

Santa  Fe 25 

Sapinero    32 

Sargent    27 

Scofleld    37 

Sedalia   8 

Shoshone    17 

South  Fork 24 

Spanish    Fork 40 

Springville    39 

Telluride    34 

Texas  Creek   12 

Thistle    38 

Trinidad    21 

Trout  Lake 35 

Tucker    38 

Twin  Lakes    14 

Vance  Junction    34 

Villa  Grove    18 

Wagon  Wheel  Gap 23 

Westcliffe    12 

Wolcott 16 

ESTIMATES 

Page 

Leadville    47 

Ouray    49 

Palmer  Lk.   &  Glen  Park.  44 

Pagosa  Springs    51 

Pine  Crest    45 

Salt   Lake   City 51 

Special  Excursion  Rates.  55 

The  Royal  Gorge 46 

Trips  to  Mtn.  Resorts...  44 

Wagon  Wheel   Gap 50 


CONDENSED  GAME  LAWS  OF  COLORADO 

Open  season  for  trout  (not  less  than  seven  inches  long).  May 
25th    to   November   30th. 

Open  season   for  doves,   August  20th  to   September   5th. 

Open  Sc-ason   for  prairie  chickens,   October   ist  to  October  20th. 

Open  season  tor  saga  chickens,  mountain  and  willow  grouse,  Sep- 
tember   loth   to   October    loth. 

Open   season   for  one  deer  with  horns,  October   ist  to  October  loth. 

Open  season  for  ducks,  geese,  brants,  swans,  cranes,  and  otaer 
water   fowls,    September    loth    to   April    15th    next   ensuing. 

Open  season  for  curlews,  snipes,  plovers,  and  other  wading  marsh 
and  shore  birds,  March  ist  to  April  15th  and  August  ist  to  Novem- 
ber   30th. 

No  open  season  on  elk,  mountain  sheep,  antelope,  wild  turkeys, 
«r    quail. 

No  person  permitted  to  hunt  either  protected  or  unprotected  game 
without  first  procuring  a  license  from  County  Clerk  or  State  Game 
Commissioner. 

License  permits  hunting  during  the  open  season  only.  Killing  is 
allowed    for    food    purposes    only. 

Cost  of  resident  license,  $1.00.  Anyone  entitled  to  a  resident 
license    does    not    require    a    license    to    fish. 

Non-residents  and  all  persons  not  citizens  of  the  United  States 
must  have  a  non-resident  hunting  license  (cost  $10.00)  to  hunt,  and  a 
fishing   license    (cost   $2.00)    to    fish. 

Limit:  Twenty  pounds  trout  in  one  calendar  day;  twenty-five 
pounds  in  possession  at  one  time.  Twenty  geese  and  twenty  other  birds 
of  the  same  kind  in  one  calendar  day;  twenty-hve  geese  and  twenty- 
five  ducks  and  twenty-five  other  birds  in  possession  at  one  time. 

Shooting  from  public  highway  at  game  prohibited.  Coursing  game 
with  dogs  prohibited.  Trapping  or  obtaining  by  any  other  method 
than  gun,  or  hook  and  line  prohibited;  provided,  that  dogs,  sinks, 
blinds,   and    decoys   may   be   used    in   hunting   water    fowl. 

Possession  in  closed  season  evidence  of  transgression.  Transporta- 
tion out  of  State  allowed  on  permits  obtained  from  the  Game  Com- 
missioner. Cost  of  permits,  $x.oo  to  $10.00.  Boxes  containing  game 
or    fish    must    bear    label,    with    contents    marked    thereon. 

Penalties:  For  fishing  with  explosives  or  stupefying  substances, 
or  killing  buffalo,  fine  $500.00  to  $1,000.00,  or  imprisonment  in  the 
pentitentiary  six  months  to  two  years,  or  both.  For  other  violations, 
fine  $25.00  to  $500.00  or  jail  imprisonment  ten  d:iys  to  six  months,  or 
both.     Attempted  violation  punishable  the   same  as   actual  violation. 

Fees  and  Prosecutions:  For  each  certificate  and  permit  within 
the  State,  $1.00.  All  fines  collected  go  one-third  each  to  the  person 
instituting  the  prosecution,  the  county  and  the  game  fund.  All  sheriffs 
«nd  constables  in  their  respective  counties  and  the  Commissioner  and 
Wardens  throughout  the  State  are  required,  and  United  States  timber 
reserve  officers  are  authorized,  to  enforce  the  act  by  arrest,  search  and 
6eizure,  and  where  animals  or  vehicles  are  used  to  transport  game  or 
fish  unlawfully  killed,  may  also  seize  and  use  such  animals  and  vehicles 
to  transport  the  game  and  fish  to  the  place  of  shipment  or  safe 
keeping,    and    transport    prisoners    to    the    place    of   trial. 

CONDENSED  GAME  LAWS  OF  UTAH 

Open  season  for  trout  and  bass,  June  15th  to  November  30th,  not 
less  than  eight  inches.  Unlawful  to  sell  any  game  fish.  May  be  taken 
by  angling  only.      Limit,   fifteen  pounds  per  day. 

Open  season  for  doves,  August  ist  to  November  30th.  Limit, 
twenty-five  per   day.      Unlawful   to   sell. 

No  Open  Season  for  partridge,  pheasant,  prairie  chicken,  sage  hen 
and  grouse,  except  that  sage  hen  can  be  shot  at  in  Rich,  Box  Elder, 
Sevier,  Wasatch,  Uintah.  Carbon,  Emery,  Garfield.  Grand,  Beaver, 
Kane,  Millard,  Morgan,  Piute,  San  Juan,  Summit,  Wayne,  Washington 
and   San   Pete   Counties,   August    ist  to   November   3ot]i. 

Open  season  for  quail,  month  of  October  in  Salt  Lake,  Davis, 
Weber,  Utah,  Sevier  and  Carbon  Counties,  and  in  Washington,  Gar- 
field and  Kane  Counties,  August  ist  to  February  ist.  Unlawful  to 
sell    quail.      Limit,    fifteen    per   day. 

Open  season  for  ducks,  geese,  snipe,  shore-bird,  brant  and  swan, 
October  ist  to  December  31st.  May  be  shot  at  one-half  hour  before 
sunrise  to  and  including  one-half  hour  after  sunset.  Government  stan- 
dard time.  Shotguns  larger  than  ten-gauge  prohibited.  Sink  boxes, 
sneak  boats  or  floating  blinds  unlawful.  Limit,  twenty-five  ducks,  five 
geese,  brant  or  swan  per  day,  but  not  more  than  twenty-five  of  all  birds 
mentioned. 

Open  season  for  deer,  October  igth  to  November  14th.  Resident 
of  Utnh   only   may   kill   one   deer   with   horns   per   year. 

State  license  to  fish  and  hunt,  male  citizen  of  State,  resident,  over 
twelve  years  of  age.  $1.25  per  year.  All  non-resident  citizens  oi"  the 
United  States,  over  twelve  years  of  age,  $5.00.     Aliens,  $100.00  per  year. 


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